Does Brock's Dugtrio (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-21.95 for Brock's Dugtrio (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 Brock's Dugtrio (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -59% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.35, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-21.95. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Brock's Dugtrio (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$15.35

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-6.60

Estimated profit$-21.95

Estimated return-59%

Break-even sell price$-5.33

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.13 $-29.22 (-78%)

PSA 8 $26.05 $-11.30 (-30%)