Does Horsea have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.34 for Horsea — 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 Horsea?

Our model estimates approximately -4% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $41.50, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.34. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Horsea?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$41.50

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$39.16

Estimated profit$-2.34

Estimated return-4%

Break-even sell price$-1.32

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $19.82 $-43.68 (-69%)

PSA 9 $32.32 $-31.18 (-49%)