Does Dark Gyarados have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.98 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 -34% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $30.50, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.98. 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$30.50

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$12.52

Estimated profit$-17.98

Estimated return-34%

Break-even sell price$25.78

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $13.47 $-39.03 (-74%)

PSA 7 $32.87 $-19.63 (-37%)