Does Blastoise-EX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.07 for Blastoise-EX — 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-EX?

Our model estimates approximately -11% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.40, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.07. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blastoise-EX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.40

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.33

Estimated profit$-3.07

Estimated return-11%

Break-even sell price$-8.44

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $14.00 $-14.40 (-51%)

PSA 8 $17.50 $-10.90 (-38%)