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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.97 for Giovanni's Nidoqueen (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 Nidoqueen (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -37% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $32.47, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.97. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$32.47

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$12.50

Estimated profit$-19.97

Estimated return-37%

Break-even sell price$17.70

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $27.00 $-27.47 (-50%)

PSA 8 $49.99 $-4.48 (-8%)