Does Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-9.24 for Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking — 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 Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking?

Our model estimates approximately -34% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.45, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-9.24. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.45

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.79

Estimated profit$-9.24

Estimated return-34%

Break-even sell price$-17.78

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $9.95 $-17.50 (-64%)

PSA 10 $37.79 +$10.34 (38%)