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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.67 for Blaine's Vulpix (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 Vulpix (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -58% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.95, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.67. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.95

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-9.72

Estimated profit$-16.67

Estimated return-58%

Break-even sell price$-8.85

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $12.50 $-16.45 (-57%)

PSA 7 $18.27 $-10.68 (-37%)