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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-29.45 for Dark Vileplume (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 Vileplume (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -28% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $82.66, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-29.45. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Vileplume (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$82.66

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$53.21

Estimated profit$-29.45

Estimated return-28%

Break-even sell price$89.24

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $20.90 $-83.76 (-80%)

PSA 7 $53.53 $-51.13 (-49%)