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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.63 for Erika's Ivysaur (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 Ivysaur (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -20% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $30.41, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.63. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$30.41

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$19.78

Estimated profit$-10.63

Estimated return-20%

Break-even sell price$35.40

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $19.13 $-33.28 (-63%)

PSA 8 $47.72 $-4.69 (-9%)