Should You Grade Pikachu ex #179 from Prismatic Evolutions?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu ex #179. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 25.6% based on 12,912 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $305.00 vs a raw market of $50.00. Expected value of grading: $12.38 (10% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Prismatic Evolutions · #179 · Hyper Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw+$12 (+10% ROI)
Based on raw market $50.00, PSA 10 $305.00, gem rate 25.6% (12,912 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu ex #179 to PSA for grading. EV factors in real PSA population data (gem rates), live market prices for raw and graded copies, and PSA's tiered fee structure including upcharges when a card's graded value exceeds the tier's Max Insured Value. Adjust the inputs to match your card's exact condition for a personalized recommendation.
PSA population summary
| Grade | Population | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 3,305 | 25.6% |
| PSA 9 | 6,383 | 49.4% |
| PSA 8 | 2,551 | 19.8% |
| PSA 7 | 458 | 3.5% |
