Should You Grade Zapdos #16 from Base?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Zapdos #16. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 3.7% based on 18,313 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $2548.45 vs a raw market of $19.99. Expected value of grading: $-192.32 (-51% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Base · #16 · Rare Holo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-192 (-51% ROI)
Based on raw market $19.99, PSA 10 $2548.45, gem rate 3.7% (18,313 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Zapdos #16 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 | 685 | 3.7% |
| PSA 9 | 4,150 | 22.7% |
| PSA 8 | 4,641 | 25.3% |
| PSA 7 | 3,088 | 16.9% |
