Does Salamence have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.83 for Salamence — 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 Salamence?

Our model estimates approximately -40% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.41, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.83. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Salamence?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.41

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-2.42

Estimated profit$-12.83

Estimated return-40%

Break-even sell price$1.09

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $13.75 $-18.66 (-58%)

PSA 8 $32.55 +$0.14 (0%)