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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-20.58 for Brock'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 Brock's Vulpix (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -58% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $13.29, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-20.58. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Brock'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$13.29

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-7.29

Estimated profit$-20.58

Estimated return-58%

Break-even sell price$-4.22

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $11.00 $-24.29 (-69%)

PSA 7 $12.49 $-22.80 (-65%)