Does Dark Persian have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.33 for Dark Persian — 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 Persian?

Our model estimates approximately -55% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.58, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.33. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Persian?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.58

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-7.75

Estimated profit$-17.33

Estimated return-55%

Break-even sell price$-3.41

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $9.59 $-21.99 (-70%)

PSA 7 $14.79 $-16.79 (-53%)