SV08: Surging Sparks Latias ex #76: PSA 9 vs PSA 10
SV08: Surging Sparks Latias ex #76 shows a meaningful PSA 10 premium between PSA 9 and PSA 10: a $23 dollar gap, with the gem mint multiplier at 2.3x. Based on a recent PSA 10 sale of $42.99 on May 29, 2026, the math leans toward holding the 9: expected value turns negative at conservative upgrade probabilities once the resub fee is in.
PSA 10
$41.00
Last sale $42.99 on
PSA 9
$18.14
Last sale $18.20 on
PSA 8
$17.99
Last sale $17.99 on
The Spread
The PSA 9 to PSA 10 spread on Latias ex #76 SV08: Surging Sparks.
$23
Dollar gap, PSA 9 to PSA 10
2.3x
PSA 10 sells for 2.3x 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
SV08: Surging Sparks #76 Latias ex released in 2024 sits in the vintage WOTC tier where gem-mint premiums above $23 are common. PSA 10 populations shrink faster than supply on cards of this era, which is why the upgrade arbitrage stays alive.
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