Does Koga's Arbok (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.53 for Koga's Arbok (1st Edition) — 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 Koga's Arbok (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -50% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $16.96, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.53. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Koga's Arbok (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$16.96

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-2.57

Estimated profit$-19.53

Estimated return-50%

Break-even sell price$1.31

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $7.27 $-31.69 (-81%)

PSA 8 $30.50 $-8.46 (-22%)