Does Salamence have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.72 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 -7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $72.42, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.72. 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$72.42

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$65.70

Estimated profit$-6.72

Estimated return-7%

Break-even sell price$131.58

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $26.37 $-68.05 (-72%)

PSA 7 $29.74 $-64.68 (-69%)