Should You Grade Articuno (2)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Articuno (2) grading analysis

Raw price: $41.71 | PSA 10 value: $529.55 | PSA 9 value: $182.42 | Gem rate: 0.8% | PSA population: 8,729

Verdict: Borderline — only grade pristine copies

Expected value after grading: $113.15 | Expected ROI: 48% | 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 Articuno (2)?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. Articuno (2) raw price is $41.71, PSA 10 is worth $529.55, gem rate is 0.8%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 48%.

What is Articuno (2) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Articuno (2) is currently valued at $529.55, compared to $41.71 raw.

Is Articuno (2) grading worth it?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. The expected return of 48% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Articuno (2)?

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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