Should You Grade Pikachu VMAX #188 from Vivid Voltage?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu VMAX #188. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 61.1% based on 19,150 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $299.95 vs a raw market of $146.59. Expected value of grading: $25.94 (12% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Vivid Voltage · #188 · Rare Rainbow
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw+$26 (+12% ROI)
Based on raw market $146.59, PSA 10 $299.95, gem rate 61.1% (19,150 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu VMAX #188 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 | 11,702 | 61.1% |
| PSA 9 | 5,308 | 27.7% |
| PSA 8 | 885 | 4.6% |
| PSA 7 | 377 | 2.0% |
