Should You Grade Pikachu #SM227 from SM Black Star Promos?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #SM227. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 13.4% based on 1,167 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $707.50 vs a raw market of $18.84. Expected value of grading: $59.06 (66% ROI). Verdict: Grade It.
SM Black Star Promos · #SM227 · Promo
Default-tier verdict
Grade It+$59 (+66% ROI)
Based on raw market $18.84, PSA 10 $707.50, gem rate 13.4% (1,167 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #SM227 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 | 156 | 13.4% |
| PSA 9 | 509 | 43.6% |
| PSA 8 | 247 | 21.2% |
| PSA 7 | 117 | 10.0% |
