Should You Grade Pikachu #173 from 151?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #173. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 27.8% based on 31,176 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $1026.66 vs a raw market of $440.70. Expected value of grading: $362.30 (68% ROI). Verdict: Grade It.
151 · #173 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Grade It+$362 (+68% ROI)
Based on raw market $440.70, PSA 10 $1026.66, gem rate 27.8% (31,176 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #173 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 | 8,675 | 27.8% |
| PSA 9 | 16,555 | 53.1% |
| PSA 8 | 5,005 | 16.1% |
| PSA 7 | 698 | 2.2% |
