Should You Grade Starmie (H28)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Starmie (H28) grading analysis

Raw price: $163.94 | PSA 10 value: $2435.39 | PSA 9 value: $621.16 | Gem rate: 0.2% | PSA population: 691

Verdict: Borderline — only grade pristine copies

Expected value after grading: $388.30 | Expected ROI: 95% | 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 Starmie (H28)?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. Starmie (H28) raw price is $163.94, PSA 10 is worth $2435.39, gem rate is 0.2%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 95%.

What is Starmie (H28) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Starmie (H28) is currently valued at $2435.39, compared to $163.94 raw.

Is Starmie (H28) grading worth it?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. The expected return of 95% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Starmie (H28)?

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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