Does Sophocles have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.77 for Sophocles — 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 Sophocles?

Our model estimates approximately -29% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.68, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.77. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Sophocles?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.68

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-0.09

Estimated profit$-8.77

Estimated return-29%

Break-even sell price$-15.31

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $4.25 $-26.43 (-86%)

PSA 8 $9.38 $-21.30 (-69%)