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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.99 for Erika's Vileplume (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 Vileplume (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $75.05, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.99. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$75.05

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$68.06

Estimated profit$-6.99

Estimated return-7%

Break-even sell price$109.72

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $54.39 $-42.66 (-44%)

PSA 7 $78.40 $-18.65 (-19%)