Does Giovanni's Machop (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.22 for Giovanni's Machop (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 Giovanni's Machop (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -64% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.02, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.22. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Giovanni's Machop (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.02

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-12.20

Estimated profit$-17.22

Estimated return-64%

Break-even sell price$-12.26

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $11.51 $-15.51 (-57%)

PSA 8 $14.68 $-12.34 (-46%)