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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $0.00 for Giovanni's Pinsir (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 Pinsir (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately 0% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.00, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $0.00. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$14.00

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.03

Estimated profit$0.00

Estimated return0%

Break-even sell price$4.84

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.52 $-27.48 (-76%)

PSA 8 $38.15 +$2.15 (6%)