Does Arceus have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-15.62 for Arceus — 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 Arceus?

Our model estimates approximately -36% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $21.49, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-15.62. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Arceus?

Arceus · #AR8

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$21.49

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$5.87

Estimated profit$-15.62

Estimated return-36%

Break-even sell price$13.64

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $11.99 $-31.50 (-72%)

PSA 8 $39.99 $-3.50 (-8%)