Does Sceptile have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.56 for Sceptile — 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 Sceptile?

Our model estimates approximately -16% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $13.85, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.56. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Sceptile?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$13.85

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.29

Estimated profit$-5.56

Estimated return-16%

Break-even sell price$2.80

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $32.57 $-3.28 (-9%)

PSA 10 $212.00 +$176.15 (491%)