Should You Grade Riolu #173 from Paldean Fates?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Riolu #173. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 49.9% based on 347 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $165.04 vs a raw market of $13.00. Expected value of grading: $14.36 (17% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Paldean Fates · #173 · Shiny Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw+$14 (+17% ROI)
Based on raw market $13.00, PSA 10 $165.04, gem rate 49.9% (347 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Riolu #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 | 173 | 49.9% |
| PSA 9 | 139 | 40.1% |
| PSA 8 | 34 | 9.8% |
| PSA 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
