Does Misty's Staryu (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-15.65 for Misty's Staryu (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 Misty's Staryu (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -58% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.04, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-15.65. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Misty's Staryu (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.04

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-10.61

Estimated profit$-15.65

Estimated return-58%

Break-even sell price$-11.26

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $14.60 $-12.44 (-46%)

PSA 8 $18.50 $-8.54 (-32%)