The Greedy Report: 5 Pokémon Cards $50 or Less With ~$600 PSA 10 Sales Averages

> Quick answer: Bulbasaur (Expedition), Leafeon EX (Generations), Ash's Pikachu SM114, M Scizor EX Full Art (BREAKpoint) and Salamence XY59 all sell for about $50 or less raw, but recent PSA 10 sales average between $570 and $639. That gap only pays off if your copy is truly perfect, so check your card carefully before you pay for grading.

If one of these is sitting raw in your binder, keep reading. The last card on the list is the wild one.

All prices below are in US dollars and are based on recent sales. Prices change, so treat them as a snapshot, not a promise.

Which Pokémon cards under $50 have PSA 10 sales near $600?

Here are the five cards, with approximate raw prices and recent PSA 10 sales averages:

| Card | Set | Raw (approx.) | Recent PSA 10 sales average |

|---|---|---|---|

| Bulbasaur 094/165 | Expedition | $43 | $570 |

| Leafeon EX 10/83 | Generations | $45 | $613 |

| Ash's Pikachu SM114 | SM Promos | $50 | $635 |

| M Scizor EX Full Art 120/122 | BREAKpoint | $48 | $639 |

| Salamence XY59 | XY Promos | $46 | $599 |

Every card here costs less than $50 raw. Every one has recent PSA 10 sales averaging above $550. That's the gap collectors are chasing.

Is Bulbasaur from Expedition worth grading?

Bulbasaur 094/165 from Expedition sells for about $43 raw. Recent PSA 10 sales average $570.

It's the cheapest card on this list raw. But a cheap raw price doesn't make a 10 easy. Look closely at centering, corners, edges and the surface before you think about submitting it.

How much is Leafeon EX from Generations worth in a PSA 10?

Leafeon EX 10/83 from Generations sits near $45 raw. Recent PSA 10 sales average $613.

That's more than 13 times the raw price. It's a strong example of why condition matters so much in modern and near-modern cards.

What is Ash's Pikachu SM114 worth graded?

Ash's Pikachu SM114 from the SM Promos is about $50 raw. Recent PSA 10 sales average $635.

Pikachu cards always draw attention, and this promo is no exception. At $50 raw, it's the most expensive entry point on the list, but the PSA 10 average is also near the top.

Is the M Scizor EX Full Art from BREAKpoint a good grading candidate?

The Full Art M Scizor EX 120/122 from BREAKpoint is about $48 raw. Recent PSA 10 sales average $639.

That's the highest PSA 10 average on this list. Full Art cards show every flaw, so inspect the surface and edges under good light.

Why is Salamence XY59 the wild card?

Salamence XY59 from the XY Promos is about $46 raw. Recent PSA 10 sales average $599.

Here's the wild part: recent PSA 9 sales average $499. That means even a 9 has recently sold for more than ten times the raw price.

Still, a gap isn't a guarantee. Past sales don't lock in future prices, and your copy still has to earn the grade.

What does the grading math look like?

The PSA 10 average isn't what lands in your pocket. Selling costs eat about 13% of the sale price. Here's what's left from each recent average after that 13%, before grading fees and shipping:

• Bulbasaur (Expedition): $570 → about $496
• Leafeon EX (Generations): $613 → about $533
• Ash's Pikachu SM114: $635 → about $552
• M Scizor EX Full Art (BREAKpoint): $639 → about $556
• Salamence XY59 (PSA 10): $599 → about $521
• Salamence XY59 (PSA 9): $499 → about $434

Next, subtract what you paid for the card, plus grading fees and shipping. Check PSA's current fees for your region before you submit. Also note that PSA's Value tiers have been paused since May 2026, so plan around the services that are open.

The math only works if you actually get the grade. A card that comes back lower can easily lose money once fees are counted.

How do I know if my card could grade a PSA 10?

A 10 only happens if your copy is perfect. Before you pay any fees:

• Check your card under bright light.
• Look at the surface for scratches, print lines and dents.
• Check all four corners and every edge for whitening.
• Compare the borders to judge centering.

If you spot a flaw, think twice. Grading is a bet on condition, not just on the card's name.

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FAQ

Which card on this list has the highest recent PSA 10 sales average?

The M Scizor EX Full Art 120/122 from BREAKpoint, at $639. It sells for about $48 raw.

Is a PSA 9 Salamence XY59 still worth it?

Recent PSA 9 sales average $499, compared with about $46 raw. That's a big gap, but past sales aren't a guarantee, and you still need to factor in grading fees and about 13% selling costs.

Are PSA's Value tiers available right now?

No. PSA's Value tiers have been paused since May 2026. Check PSA's current service options and fees before you submit.