Should You Grade Pikachu #SM81 from SM Black Star Promos?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #SM81. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 3.2% based on 1,206 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $6100.52 vs a raw market of $27.08. Expected value of grading: $-264.01 (-42% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
SM Black Star Promos · #SM81 · Promo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-264 (-42% ROI)
Based on raw market $27.08, PSA 10 $6100.52, gem rate 3.2% (1,206 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #SM81 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 | 39 | 3.2% |
| PSA 9 | 368 | 30.5% |
| PSA 8 | 516 | 42.8% |
| PSA 7 | 181 | 15.0% |
