Does Butterfree VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.79 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 -25% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.10, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.79. 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$5.10

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-1.69

Estimated profit$-6.79

Estimated return-25%

Break-even sell price$-15.17

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $12.57 $-14.53 (-54%)

PSA 9 $17.93 $-9.17 (-34%)