Does Lt. Surge's Jolteon (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-36.10 for Lt. Surge's Jolteon (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 Lt. Surge's Jolteon (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -53% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $45.72, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-36.10. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lt. Surge's Jolteon (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$45.72

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$9.62

Estimated profit$-36.10

Estimated return-53%

Break-even sell price$19.97

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $8.50 $-59.22 (-87%)

PSA 7 $16.41 $-51.31 (-76%)