Should You Grade Pikachu V #157 from Brilliant Stars?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu V #157. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 53.8% based on 3,990 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $212.92 vs a raw market of $24.86. Expected value of grading: $39.12 (41% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
Brilliant Stars · #157 · Rare Ultra
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$39 (+41% ROI)
Based on raw market $24.86, PSA 10 $212.92, gem rate 53.8% (3,990 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu V #157 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 | 2,148 | 53.8% |
| PSA 9 | 1,426 | 35.7% |
| PSA 8 | 289 | 7.2% |
| PSA 7 | 73 | 1.8% |
