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Should You Grade M Altaria EX (Full Art)? — Complete Grading Analysis

M Altaria EX (Full Art) grading analysis

Raw price: $28.29 | PSA 10 value: $295.00 | PSA 9 value: $84.99 | PSA population: 2

Verdict: Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase

Expected value after grading: $55.23 | Expected ROI: N/A | 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 M Altaria EX (Full Art)?

Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase. M Altaria EX (Full Art) raw price is $28.29, PSA 10 is worth $295.00. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: negative.

What is M Altaria EX (Full Art) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 M Altaria EX (Full Art) is currently valued at $295.00, compared to $28.29 raw.

Is M Altaria EX (Full Art) grading worth it?

Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase. At current prices, grading costs may exceed the value increase. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade M Altaria EX (Full Art)?

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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