Does Dark Charmeleon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $3.85 for Dark Charmeleon — 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 Dark Charmeleon?

Our model estimates approximately 9% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $22.47, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $3.85. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Charmeleon?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$22.47

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$26.32

Estimated profit$3.85

Estimated return9%

Break-even sell price$54.96

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $18.22 $-26.25 (-59%)

PSA 7 $41.62 $-2.85 (-6%)