SV08: Surging Sparks Hydreigon ex 223/191: PSA 9 vs PSA 10
SV08: Surging Sparks Hydreigon ex 223/191 shows a meaningful PSA 10 premium between PSA 9 and PSA 10: a $27 dollar gap, with the gem mint multiplier at 2.5x. Based on the most recent PSA 10 sale of $43.00 on May 23, 2026, the math leans toward holding the 9: expected value turns negative at conservative upgrade probabilities once the resub fee is in.
PSA 10
$44.98
Last sale $43.00 on
PSA 9
$17.80
Last sale $16.50 on
PSA 8
$19.44
Last sale $17.50 on
The Spread
The PSA 9 to PSA 10 spread on Hydreigon ex 223/191 (SV08: Surging Sparks).
$27
Dollar gap, PSA 9 to PSA 10
2.5x
PSA 10 sells for 2.5x a PSA 9
Three-Outcome EV Calculator
15%
70%
15%
Defaults are conservative starting points. Adjust based on the specific slab. A borderline 9 with strong centering plays differently than a 9 with edge wear.
PSA 10 outcome (sale price minus resub minus acquisition)
$0
PSA 9 outcome (regrade, no upgrade)
$0
PSA 8 outcome (downgrade, slower sell, tied capital)
$0
Expected Value
$0
Math favors holding the 9
Where this card lands in the broader SV08: Surging Sparks picture: a modern-era card carrying a $27 gap between PSA 9 and PSA 10, a 2.5x multiple on the PSA 9 price.
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