Raw price: $55.02 | PSA 10 value: $2124.99 | PSA 9 value: $84.94 | Gem rate: 0.0% | PSA population: 578
Verdict: Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase
Expected value after grading: $68.05 | Expected ROI: N/A | Grading cost (PSA Economy + shipping): $35
Grading Service Cost Comparison
| Service | Cost | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| PSA Economy | $20 + $15 shipping | 150+ days |
| PSA Regular | $50 + $15 shipping | 65 days |
| PSA Express | $100 + $15 shipping | 20 days |
| BGS Standard | $22 + $15 shipping | 45 days |
| CGC Economy | $18 + $15 shipping | 120+ days |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I grade Bulbasaur (Illustration Contest 2022)?
Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase. Bulbasaur (Illustration Contest 2022) raw price is $55.02, PSA 10 is worth $2124.99, gem rate is 0.0%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: negative.
What is Bulbasaur (Illustration Contest 2022) worth PSA 10?
A PSA 10 Bulbasaur (Illustration Contest 2022) is currently valued at $2124.99, compared to $55.02 raw.
Is Bulbasaur (Illustration Contest 2022) 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 Bulbasaur (Illustration Contest 2022)?
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.