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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.08 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 -48% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $11.21, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.08. 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$11.21

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-4.87

Estimated profit$-16.08

Estimated return-48%

Break-even sell price$-1.34

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $15.11 $-18.10 (-55%)

PSA 7 $19.57 $-13.64 (-41%)