Does Rainbow Brush have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-15.28 for Rainbow Brush — 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 Rainbow Brush?

Our model estimates approximately -48% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.93, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-15.28. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Rainbow Brush?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.93

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-5.35

Estimated profit$-15.28

Estimated return-48%

Break-even sell price$-14.89

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $10.00 $-21.93 (-69%)

PSA 8 $12.50 $-19.43 (-61%)