Does Dark Golduck have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-11.59 for Dark Golduck — 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 Golduck?

Our model estimates approximately -38% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.64, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-11.59. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Golduck?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.64

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-2.95

Estimated profit$-11.59

Estimated return-38%

Break-even sell price$3.34

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $12.25 $-18.39 (-60%)

PSA 8 $21.38 $-9.26 (-30%)