Does Gyarados have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.29 for Gyarados — 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 Gyarados?

Our model estimates approximately -7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.01, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.29. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Gyarados?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.01

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.72

Estimated profit$-2.29

Estimated return-7%

Break-even sell price$13.82

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $24.05 $-7.96 (-25%)

PSA 9 $75.16 +$43.15 (135%)