Does Blaine's Dodrio (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-11.02 for Blaine's Dodrio (1st Edition) — 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 Dodrio (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -38% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.73, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-11.02. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blaine's Dodrio (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.73

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-4.29

Estimated profit$-11.02

Estimated return-38%

Break-even sell price$-1.22

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $21.30 $-7.43 (-26%)

PSA 7 $23.90 $-4.83 (-17%)