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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-26.38 for Erika's Victreebel (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 Victreebel (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -62% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $20.42, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-26.38. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$20.42

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-5.96

Estimated profit$-26.38

Estimated return-62%

Break-even sell price$-5.55

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $15.02 $-27.40 (-65%)

PSA 7 $15.22 $-27.20 (-64%)