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Should You Grade Dragonite (9)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Dragonite (9) grading analysis

Raw price: $648.00 | PSA 10 value: $55200.00 | PSA 9 value: $2900.67 | Gem rate: 0.0% | PSA population: 1,936

Verdict: Borderline — only grade pristine copies

Expected value after grading: $1751.88 | Expected ROI: 156% | Grading cost (PSA Economy + shipping): $35

Grading Service Cost Comparison

ServiceCostTurnaround
PSA Economy$20 + $15 shipping150+ days
PSA Regular$50 + $15 shipping65 days
PSA Express$100 + $15 shipping20 days
BGS Standard$22 + $15 shipping45 days
CGC Economy$18 + $15 shipping120+ days

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I grade Dragonite (9)?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. Dragonite (9) raw price is $648.00, PSA 10 is worth $55200.00, gem rate is 0.0%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 156%.

What is Dragonite (9) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Dragonite (9) is currently valued at $55200.00, compared to $648.00 raw.

Is Dragonite (9) grading worth it?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. The expected return of 156% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Dragonite (9)?

PSA Economy: ~$20 (150+ days), Regular: ~$50 (65 days), Express: ~$100 (20 days). BGS Standard: ~$22 (45 days). CGC Economy: ~$18. Add ~$15 for shipping each way.

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