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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.87 for Dark Wartortle (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 Wartortle (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -42% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $11.21, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.87. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Wartortle (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$-2.66

Estimated profit$-13.87

Estimated return-42%

Break-even sell price$1.11

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $15.59 $-17.62 (-53%)

PSA 8 $25.23 $-7.98 (-24%)