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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.78 for Dark Omanyte (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 Omanyte (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -63% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.18, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.78. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Omanyte (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.18

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-10.60

Estimated profit$-19.78

Estimated return-63%

Break-even sell price$-9.20

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.60 $-20.58 (-66%)

PSA 8 $10.60 $-20.58 (-66%)