Should You Grade Skarmory #209 from Surging Sparks?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Skarmory #209. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 29.6% based on 7,992 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $108.50 vs a raw market of $8.48. Expected value of grading: $-32.35 (-41% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Surging Sparks · #209 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-32 (-41% ROI)
Based on raw market $8.48, PSA 10 $108.50, gem rate 29.6% (7,992 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Skarmory #209 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 | 2,368 | 29.6% |
| PSA 9 | 4,604 | 57.6% |
| PSA 8 | 895 | 11.2% |
| PSA 7 | 80 | 1.0% |
