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Should You Grade Drifloon (Shiny)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Drifloon (Shiny) grading analysis

Raw price: $52.86 | PSA 10 value: $1068.52 | PSA 9 value: $95.00 | Gem rate: 33.3% | PSA population: 3

Verdict: Grade It — strong expected return

Expected value after grading: $403.70 | Expected ROI: 359% | 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 Drifloon (Shiny)?

Grade It — strong expected return. Drifloon (Shiny) raw price is $52.86, PSA 10 is worth $1068.52, gem rate is 33.3%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 359%.

What is Drifloon (Shiny) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Drifloon (Shiny) is currently valued at $1068.52, compared to $52.86 raw.

Is Drifloon (Shiny) grading worth it?

Grade It — strong expected return. The expected return of 359% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Drifloon (Shiny)?

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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