Does Super Rod have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.63 for Super Rod — 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 Super Rod?

Our model estimates approximately -19% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.06, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.63. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Super Rod?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.06

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.43

Estimated profit$-5.63

Estimated return-19%

Break-even sell price$-17.27

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $9.89 $-19.17 (-66%)

PSA 8 $12.17 $-16.89 (-58%)