Should You Grade Pikachu #SM157 from SM Black Star Promos?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #SM157. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 8.0% based on 338 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $259.75 vs a raw market of $26.77. Expected value of grading: $-2.15 (-2% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
SM Black Star Promos · #SM157 · Promo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-2 (-2% ROI)
Based on raw market $26.77, PSA 10 $259.75, gem rate 8.0% (338 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #SM157 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 | 27 | 8.0% |
| PSA 9 | 160 | 47.3% |
| PSA 8 | 99 | 29.3% |
| PSA 7 | 34 | 10.1% |
