Does Gastly (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.58 for Gastly (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 Gastly (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -30% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.03, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.58. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Gastly (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.03

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-1.55

Estimated profit$-8.58

Estimated return-30%

Break-even sell price$7.16

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $11.41 $-17.62 (-61%)

PSA 7 $24.19 $-4.84 (-17%)