Does Pidgey have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.91 for Pidgey — 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 Pidgey?

Our model estimates approximately -9% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.78, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.91. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pidgey?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.78

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$5.87

Estimated profit$-2.91

Estimated return-9%

Break-even sell price$-11.32

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $16.01 $-14.77 (-48%)

PSA 10 $53.64 +$22.86 (74%)