Should You Grade Tulip #259 from Paradox Rift?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Tulip #259. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 29.5% based on 1,143 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $79.99 vs a raw market of $8.07. Expected value of grading: $-41.45 (-53% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Paradox Rift · #259 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-41 (-53% ROI)
Based on raw market $8.07, PSA 10 $79.99, gem rate 29.5% (1,143 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Tulip #259 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 | 337 | 29.5% |
| PSA 9 | 637 | 55.7% |
| PSA 8 | 154 | 13.5% |
| PSA 7 | 8 | 0.7% |
