Does Dragonair have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.23 for Dragonair — 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 Dragonair?

Our model estimates approximately -57% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.58, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.23. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dragonair?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.58

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-9.65

Estimated profit$-16.23

Estimated return-57%

Break-even sell price$-9.35

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $14.00 $-14.58 (-51%)

PSA 8 $17.18 $-11.40 (-40%)