Does Quick Ball have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.85 for Quick Ball — 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 Quick Ball?

Our model estimates approximately -37% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.33, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.85. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Quick Ball?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$15.33

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.48

Estimated profit$-13.85

Estimated return-37%

Break-even sell price$-16.49

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $10.00 $-27.33 (-73%)

PSA 8 $12.00 $-25.33 (-68%)