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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-26.01 for Blaine's Ninetales (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 Ninetales (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -41% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $41.35, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-26.01. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$41.35

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$15.34

Estimated profit$-26.01

Estimated return-41%

Break-even sell price$29.46

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $19.86 $-43.49 (-69%)

PSA 8 $35.00 $-28.35 (-45%)