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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-18.52 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 -66% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.10, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-18.52. 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$6.10

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-12.42

Estimated profit$-18.52

Estimated return-66%

Break-even sell price$-13.20

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $10.65 $-17.45 (-62%)

PSA 8 $15.39 $-12.71 (-45%)