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Raichu

Paldea Evolved(PAL) #211/193

Illustration Rare 2023English

1000-Point Score: 925

9
MINT
CEN
9
COR
9
EDG
9.5
SUR
9.5

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Back Centering and Back Corners

Front vs Back Subgrades

centering
F
9.5
B
9
corners
F
9.5
B
9
edges
F
9.5
B
9.5
surface
F
9.5
B
9.5

Notable Defects (2)

Back(Back)

Slight top-heavy centering

minor
Back(Back)

Microscopic hint of edge wear/speck

minor

Front Centering

Left/Right
53/47
Top/Bottom
50/50
Grade9.5

Back Centering

Left/Right
48/52
Top/Bottom
55/45
Grade9

Summary

This Raichu Illustration Rare is in excellent Mint condition. The front presents beautifully with strong centering and clean edges, while the back holds it back slightly from a flawless grade due to a minor top-bottom centering offset.

Not Recommended

Grading costs may exceed value gained

Raw value$385
Graded value (at 9)$867
~$20
Grading cost
+$462
Net profit
+120%
ROI

PSA is recommended for highest liquidity on modern Pokemon cards. However, since a PSA 9 of this card only commands a small premium over raw value, grading fees would likely negate any profit. Best to grade only for personal collection purposes.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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