Does Dark Dragonair have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.06 for Dark Dragonair — 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 Dragonair?

Our model estimates approximately -35% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $12.88, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.06. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Dragonair?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$12.88

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.82

Estimated profit$-12.06

Estimated return-35%

Break-even sell price$5.75

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $21.46 $-13.42 (-38%)

PSA 8 $24.28 $-10.60 (-30%)