Should You Grade Venusaur ex #198 from 151?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Venusaur ex #198. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 29.7% based on 53,182 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $385.43 vs a raw market of $90.77. Expected value of grading: $29.83 (19% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
151 · #198 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw+$30 (+19% ROI)
Based on raw market $90.77, PSA 10 $385.43, gem rate 29.7% (53,182 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Venusaur ex #198 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 | 15,788 | 29.7% |
| PSA 9 | 26,928 | 50.6% |
| PSA 8 | 8,735 | 16.4% |
| PSA 7 | 1,301 | 2.4% |
