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Rayquaza V

Evolving Skies #194/203

Ultra Rare • 2021 • English

1000-Point Score: 900

9
MINT
CEN
9
COR
9
EDG
9.5
SUR
9.5

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Centering and minor back corner wear

Front vs Back Subgrades

centering
F
9
B
8.5
corners
F
9.5
B
8.5
edges
F
10
B
9.5
surface
F
9.5
B
9.5

Notable Defects (4)

Front(Front)

Slightly shifted to the left and top

minor
Back(Back)

Noticeably thicker left border compared to right

minor
Back(Back)

Microscopic speck of white at the extreme tip

minor
Back(Back)

Very faint touch of white on the point

minor

Front Centering

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

Back Centering

Left/Right
60/40
Top/Bottom
55/45
Grade8.5

Summary

This is a beautiful Rayquaza V Alternate Art with excellent surface quality and sharp front edges. The primary factors keeping it from a flawless grade are slight centering shifts on both the front and back, alongside microscopic touches of white on the back left corners.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$115
Graded value (at 9)$165
~$20
Grading cost
+$30
Net profit
+26%
ROI

PSA 9s of this highly desirable chase card carry a solid premium over raw condition. The centering shift and minor corner touches will likely prevent a PSA 10 or BGS 9.5, making PSA the best choice for maximizing value and liquidity at a MINT 9 grade level.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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