Poliwag [1st Edition] #59 from Pokemon Base Set

Poliwag [1st Edition] #59

Base Set

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Should you grade Poliwag [1st Edition] #59?

Borderline

+$389.90

net at PSA 10, but the gem rate is 28.9% — profitable only if it gems

The ledger

Raw card$26.54
Regular fee−$79.99
Shipping, both ways−$15.00
Selling fees−$78.58
PSA 10 sale$590.00
Net at PSA 10+$389.90
Net if it grades PSA 9 instead$-34.94

28.9% of the 2,812 copies PSA has graded came back a 10. Pop gem rates are a ceiling — centering and surface on your copy decide.

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