Does Hilda have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.77 for Hilda — 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 Hilda?

Our model estimates approximately -62% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.88, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.77. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Hilda?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.88

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-9.89

Estimated profit$-19.77

Estimated return-62%

Break-even sell price$-17.84

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $7.50 $-24.38 (-76%)

PSA 8 $12.44 $-19.44 (-61%)