Does Bastiodon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.67 for Bastiodon — 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 Bastiodon?

Our model estimates approximately -31% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.00, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.67. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Bastiodon?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.00

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-2.67

Estimated profit$-8.67

Estimated return-31%

Break-even sell price$-16.76

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $3.25 $-24.75 (-88%)

PSA 9 $13.05 $-14.95 (-53%)