Does Erika's Dratini (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.17 for Erika's Dratini (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 Erika's Dratini (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -57% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $11.82, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.17. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Erika's Dratini (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$11.82

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-7.35

Estimated profit$-19.17

Estimated return-57%

Break-even sell price$-2.63

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $8.05 $-25.77 (-76%)

PSA 7 $16.16 $-17.66 (-52%)