Does Mantine have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-15.10 for Mantine — 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 Mantine?

Our model estimates approximately -42% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.37, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-15.10. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Mantine?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$14.37

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-0.73

Estimated profit$-15.10

Estimated return-42%

Break-even sell price$-10.87

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.50 $-25.87 (-71%)

PSA 8 $16.65 $-19.72 (-54%)