Does Giovanni's Pinsir have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.66 for Giovanni's Pinsir — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -58% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.88, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.66. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Giovanni's Pinsir?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.88

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-9.78

Estimated profit$-16.66

Estimated return-58%

Break-even sell price$-10.06

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $12.82 $-16.06 (-56%)

PSA 8 $20.13 $-8.75 (-30%)