Does Team Rocket's Ariana have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.65 for Team Rocket's Ariana — 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 Team Rocket's Ariana?

Our model estimates approximately -35% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $25.25, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.65. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Team Rocket's Ariana?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$25.25

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.60

Estimated profit$-16.65

Estimated return-35%

Break-even sell price$-9.00

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $18.25 $-29.00 (-61%)

PSA 8 $22.63 $-24.62 (-52%)