Does Celebi VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.37 for Celebi 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 Celebi VMAX?

Our model estimates approximately -5% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $21.85, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.37. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Celebi VMAX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$21.85

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$19.48

Estimated profit$-2.37

Estimated return-5%

Break-even sell price$4.04

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $35.17 $-8.68 (-20%)

PSA 10 $66.47 +$22.62 (52%)