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Pikachu ex - 247/191

SV08: Surging Sparks(sv08-surging-sparks-pokemon) #247/191

Hyper Rare • 2024 • English

1000-Point Score: 970

9.5
GEM MINT
CEN
9.5
COR
9.5
EDG
10
SUR
10

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Centering

Front vs Back Subgrades

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

Notable Defects (2)

Back(Back)

Left border is noticeably thicker than the right border (approx 55/45)

minor
Front(Front)

Right border is slightly thicker than the left border (approx 48/52)

minor

Front Centering

Left/Right
48/52
Top/Bottom
50/50
Grade9.5

Back Centering

Left/Right
55/45
Top/Bottom
50/50
Grade9

Summary

This card is virtually flawless with pristine edges, sharp corners, and a pristine textured surface. The only minor imperfection is slight off-centering on both the front and back, but it remains well within GEM MINT parameters.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$82
Graded value (at 9.5)$347
~$20
Grading cost
+$245
Net profit
+299%
ROI

With perfect edges and surface, the only minor issue is centering. PSA's lenient 60/40 front and 75/25 back centering allowance for a 10 makes it the best choice for this card, nearly guaranteeing a GEM MINT grade.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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