Does Misty's Tears have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.32 for Misty's Tears — 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 Tears?

Our model estimates approximately -16% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $16.68, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.32. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Misty's Tears?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$16.68

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$10.36

Estimated profit$-6.32

Estimated return-16%

Break-even sell price$19.55

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $19.21 $-19.47 (-50%)

PSA 8 $42.67 +$3.99 (10%)