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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.62 for Dark Vaporeon (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 Vaporeon (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -26% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $18.18, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.62. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Vaporeon (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$18.18

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.56

Estimated profit$-10.62

Estimated return-26%

Break-even sell price$16.69

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $21.55 $-18.63 (-46%)

PSA 8 $32.83 $-7.35 (-18%)