Poliwhirl [Shadowless] #38 from Pokemon Base Set

Poliwhirl [Shadowless] #38

Base Set

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Borderline

+$145.36

net at PSA 10, but the gem rate is 17.8% — profitable only if it gems

The ledger

Raw card$6.05
Regular fee−$79.99
Shipping, both ways−$15.00
Selling fees−$38.10
PSA 10 sale$284.50
Net at PSA 10+$145.36
Net if it grades PSA 9 instead$-50.35

17.8% of the 859 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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