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Should You Grade Rotom Dex (Secret)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Rotom Dex (Secret) grading analysis

Raw price: $5.41 | PSA 10 value: $39.00 | PSA 9 value: $19.00 | Gem rate: 35.8% | PSA population: 341

Verdict: Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase

Expected value after grading: $21.62 | 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 Rotom Dex (Secret)?

Hold Raw — grading costs exceed expected value increase. Rotom Dex (Secret) raw price is $5.41, PSA 10 is worth $39.00, gem rate is 35.8%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: negative.

What is Rotom Dex (Secret) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Rotom Dex (Secret) is currently valued at $39.00, compared to $5.41 raw.

Is Rotom Dex (Secret) 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 Rotom Dex (Secret)?

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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