Does Dark Gyarados have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.26 for Dark Gyarados — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -9% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $35.86, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.26. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Gyarados?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$35.86

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$30.60

Estimated profit$-5.26

Estimated return-9%

Break-even sell price$55.38

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $34.99 $-22.87 (-40%)

PSA 7 $37.50 $-20.36 (-35%)