Does Blaine's Charizard have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-39.34 for Blaine's Charizard — 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 Blaine's Charizard?

Our model estimates approximately -6% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $611.13, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-39.34. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blaine's Charizard?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$611.13

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$571.79

Estimated profit$-39.34

Estimated return-6%

Break-even sell price$765.68

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $449.86 $-183.27 (-29%)

PSA 7 $528.84 $-104.29 (-16%)