Does Blaine's Magmar have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.80 for Blaine's Magmar — 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 Magmar?

Our model estimates approximately -46% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.97, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.80. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blaine's Magmar?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.97

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-6.83

Estimated profit$-12.80

Estimated return-46%

Break-even sell price$-0.87

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.00 $-19.97 (-71%)

PSA 8 $10.00 $-17.97 (-64%)