Does Blastoise & Piplup-GX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-4.70 for Blastoise & Piplup-GX — 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 & Piplup-GX?

Our model estimates approximately -4% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $109.41, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-4.70. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blastoise & Piplup-GX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$109.41

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$104.71

Estimated profit$-4.70

Estimated return-4%

Break-even sell price$52.81

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $35.06 $-96.35 (-73%)

PSA 9 $113.98 $-17.43 (-13%)