Does Tangela have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $0.95 for Tangela — 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 Tangela?

Our model estimates approximately 2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $18.27, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $0.95. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Tangela?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$18.27

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$19.22

Estimated profit$0.95

Estimated return2%

Break-even sell price$38.41

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $24.81 $-15.46 (-38%)

PSA 7 $34.61 $-5.66 (-14%)