Does Altaria have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.48 for Altaria — grading costs currently exceed the estimated PSA-10 premium. This is a model estimate based on historical data, not investment advice.

What is the estimated grading EV for Altaria?

Our model estimates approximately -11% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $37.15, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.48. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Altaria?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$37.15

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$30.67

Estimated profit$-6.48

Estimated return-11%

Break-even sell price$54.90

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $29.88 $-29.27 (-49%)

PSA 8 $48.24 $-10.91 (-18%)