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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-14.62 for Erika's Kindness (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 Kindness (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -26% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $33.58, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-14.62. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$33.58

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$18.96

Estimated profit$-14.62

Estimated return-26%

Break-even sell price$38.24

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $4.41 $-51.17 (-92%)

PSA 8 $51.00 $-4.58 (-8%)