Should You Grade Dark Slowbro (12)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Dark Slowbro (12) grading analysis

Raw price: $65.58 | PSA 10 value: $3793.17 | PSA 9 value: $262.76 | Gem rate: 0.0% | PSA population: 2,963

Verdict: Borderline — only grade pristine copies

Expected value after grading: $161.41 | Expected ROI: 60% | 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 Dark Slowbro (12)?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. Dark Slowbro (12) raw price is $65.58, PSA 10 is worth $3793.17, gem rate is 0.0%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 60%.

What is Dark Slowbro (12) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Dark Slowbro (12) is currently valued at $3793.17, compared to $65.58 raw.

Is Dark Slowbro (12) grading worth it?

Borderline — only grade pristine copies. The expected return of 60% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Dark Slowbro (12)?

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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