Does Butterfree have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-9.59 for Butterfree — 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 Butterfree?

Our model estimates approximately -20% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $27.06, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-9.59. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Butterfree?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$27.06

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$17.47

Estimated profit$-9.59

Estimated return-20%

Break-even sell price$-1.77

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $15.99 $-33.07 (-67%)

PSA 9 $26.44 $-22.62 (-46%)