Does Jirachi have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.38 for Jirachi — 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 Jirachi?

Our model estimates approximately -20% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.11, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.38. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Jirachi?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.11

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.73

Estimated profit$-6.38

Estimated return-20%

Break-even sell price$-10.58

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $9.73 $-22.38 (-70%)

PSA 8 $12.07 $-20.04 (-62%)