Does Noctowl have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.09 for Noctowl — 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 Noctowl?

Our model estimates approximately -4% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.12, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.09. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.12

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$4.03

Estimated profit$-1.09

Estimated return-4%

Break-even sell price$-16.77

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $9.90 $-17.22 (-63%)

PSA 8 $11.20 $-15.92 (-59%)