Does Dratini have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.42 for Dratini — 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 Dratini?

Our model estimates approximately -41% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.54, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.42. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dratini?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.54

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-2.88

Estimated profit$-13.42

Estimated return-41%

Break-even sell price$1.01

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $12.32 $-20.22 (-62%)

PSA 8 $30.67 $-1.87 (-6%)