Does Elesa's Sparkle have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-11.43 for Elesa's Sparkle — 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 Elesa's Sparkle?

Our model estimates approximately -31% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.01, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-11.43. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Elesa's Sparkle?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$15.01

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.58

Estimated profit$-11.43

Estimated return-31%

Break-even sell price$-14.00

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $14.47 $-22.54 (-61%)

PSA 8 $16.49 $-20.52 (-55%)