Does Butterfree have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.99 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 -6% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.61, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.99. 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$9.61

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.62

Estimated profit$-1.99

Estimated return-6%

Break-even sell price$25.09

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $17.64 $-13.97 (-44%)

PSA 8 $22.06 $-9.55 (-30%)