Should You Grade Pikachu #12 from Nintendo Black Star Promos?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #12. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 1.3% based on 901 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $6500.00 vs a raw market of $147.04. Expected value of grading: $-304.02 (-40% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Nintendo Black Star Promos · #12 · Promo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-304 (-40% ROI)
Based on raw market $147.04, PSA 10 $6500.00, gem rate 1.3% (901 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #12 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 | 12 | 1.3% |
| PSA 9 | 137 | 15.2% |
| PSA 8 | 239 | 26.5% |
| PSA 7 | 198 | 22.0% |
