Does Butterfree VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.98 for Butterfree VMAX — 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 VMAX?

Our model estimates approximately -23% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $17.84, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.98. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Butterfree VMAX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$17.84

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.86

Estimated profit$-8.98

Estimated return-23%

Break-even sell price$-12.17

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $12.48 $-27.36 (-69%)

PSA 10 $63.06 +$23.22 (58%)