Is Magikarp worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 135× premium in PSA 8
A PSA 8 Magikarp sells for $196 against $1.45 raw: a $195 spread, 135× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $1.45
- PSA 8
- $196
- Gem premium
- 135×
- As of
- Aug 10, 2026
Break-even by outcome and fee
| If it comes back… | Sells for | Economy / bulk (~$25.00) | Standard (~$50.00) | Express (~$150) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem — PSA 8 | $196 | +$170 | +$145 | +$44.55 |
| PSA 8 | $18.00 | −$8.45 | −$33.45 | −$133 |
Net = sale price − $1.45 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Magikarp — FAQ
Is Magikarp worth grading?
A PSA 8 Magikarp sells for $196 against $1.45 raw: a $195 spread, 135× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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