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Should You Grade Machamp (16)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Machamp (16) grading analysis

Raw price: $34.54 | PSA 10 value: $149.65 | PSA 9 value: $99.00 | Gem rate: 10.7% | PSA population: 698

Verdict: Borderline — only grade pristine copies

Expected value after grading: $74.13 | Expected ROI: 7% | 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 Machamp (16)?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. Machamp (16) raw price is $34.54, PSA 10 is worth $149.65, gem rate is 10.7%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 7%.

What is Machamp (16) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Machamp (16) is currently valued at $149.65, compared to $34.54 raw.

Is Machamp (16) grading worth it?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. The expected return of 7% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Machamp (16)?

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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