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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.66 for Blaine's Rapidash (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 Rapidash (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -56% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.46, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.66. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.46

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-8.20

Estimated profit$-17.66

Estimated return-56%

Break-even sell price$-6.94

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $11.01 $-20.45 (-65%)

PSA 8 $21.02 $-10.44 (-33%)