Should You Grade Your Mr. Mime?
Before you send Mr. Mime off to a grader, it pays to run the maths. As a common-pull card from Aquapolis sitting at $66.50, the grading decision isn’t one-size-fits-all.
| Set | Aquapolis |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Market price | $66.50 |
How rare is Mr. Mime?
Mr. Mime carries the Common rarity in Aquapolis. Rarity sets the ceiling on graded demand: the scarcer and more iconic the card, the more a high grade is worth chasing.
Which grade would move the needle most for Mr. Mime?
The jump from a 9 to a 10 is where most of the premium lives. Because Mr. Mime is a common-pull card, centring, edges and surface all matter — inspect it honestly before paying to grade.
What does grading actually do for Mr. Mime?
Grading seals Mr. Mime in a tamper-evident slab with a certified condition score. For a common-pull card from Aquapolis, that certification is what separates a “mint-looking” copy from a provably mint one — and buyers pay for the difference.
Does Mr. Mime’s value justify the grading cost?
Grading typically runs $15–$30 per card once you include shipping. With Mr. Mime at $66.50, that cost is a reasonable fraction of the card’s value, so a strong grade can pay for itself.
Frequently asked questions
Is it worth grading Mr. Mime?
It depends on value: at $66.50, weigh the ~$15–$30 grading cost against the premium a top grade would add.
What grade should Mr. Mime get?
Only a flawless copy justifies grading. Check centring, edges and surface on Mr. Mime before you commit.
How much is Mr. Mime worth?
Mr. Mime is currently tracked around $66.50, though live prices shift daily with condition and demand.
Final verdict
There’s no universal answer for Mr. Mime — only the right answer for your goals. Anchor any decision to today’s price and the card’s Common rarity, not yesterday’s.
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