Does Blastoise have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.61 for Blastoise — 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 Blastoise?

Our model estimates approximately -9% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $19.84, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.61. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blastoise?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$19.84

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$16.23

Estimated profit$-3.61

Estimated return-9%

Break-even sell price$-0.28

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $17.98 $-23.86 (-57%)

PSA 8 $24.99 $-16.85 (-40%)