Does Dark Gyarados (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-4.73 for Dark Gyarados (1st Edition) — 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 Gyarados (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $171.08, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-4.73. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Gyarados (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$171.08

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$166.35

Estimated profit$-4.73

Estimated return-2%

Break-even sell price$271.42

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $85.36 $-107.72 (-56%)

PSA 7 $124.92 $-68.16 (-35%)