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Pikachu

151(MEW) #173/165

Illustration Rare • 2023 • English

1000-Point Score: 950

9.5
GEM MINT
CEN
8.5
COR
10
EDG
10
SUR
10

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Centering

Front vs Back Subgrades

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

Notable Defects (1)

Front(Front)

Centering favors the top and left borders slightly

minor

Front Centering

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

Back Centering

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

Summary

This is a beautifully preserved Pikachu Illustration Rare with immaculate surface, corners, and edges. The only minor flaw keeping it from a pristine grade is the slightly off-center front borders.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$300
Graded value (at 9.5)$1.3k
~$20
Grading cost
+$955
Net profit
+318%
ROI

PSA allows up to 60/40 centering on the front for a GEM MINT 10. Because the corners, edges, and surface are virtually flawless, this card is an incredibly strong candidate for a PSA 10, which provides the best market premium.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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