Does Blacephalon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.35 for Blacephalon — 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 Blacephalon?

Our model estimates approximately -29% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $13.96, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.35. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blacephalon?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$13.96

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.61

Estimated profit$-10.35

Estimated return-29%

Break-even sell price$-10.22

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $11.50 $-24.46 (-68%)

PSA 9 $20.40 $-15.56 (-43%)