Does Ampharos have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.52 for Ampharos — 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 Ampharos?

Our model estimates approximately -63% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.69, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.52. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ampharos?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.69

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-11.83

Estimated profit$-17.52

Estimated return-63%

Break-even sell price$-6.87

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $6.50 $-21.19 (-77%)

PSA 9 $21.83 $-5.86 (-21%)