Should You Grade Pikachu #5 from McDonald's Collection 2014?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #5. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 3.8% based on 133 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $125.97 vs a raw market of $19.99. Expected value of grading: $-48.78 (-54% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
McDonald's Collection 2014 · #5
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-49 (-54% ROI)
Based on raw market $19.99, PSA 10 $125.97, gem rate 3.8% (133 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #5 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 | 5 | 3.8% |
| PSA 9 | 14 | 10.5% |
| PSA 8 | 26 | 19.5% |
| PSA 7 | 12 | 9.0% |
