Does Team Rocket's Articuno have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.64 for Team Rocket's Articuno — 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 Articuno?

Our model estimates approximately -13% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $20.65, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.64. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Team Rocket's Articuno?

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Expected-value figures are estimates based on historical grade distributions and market prices. Not a recommendation. Grading outcomes and market prices are not guaranteed. Methodology · Full disclaimer

Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$20.65

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$15.01

Estimated profit$-5.64

Estimated return-13%

Break-even sell price$-11.97

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $14.92 $-27.73 (-65%)

PSA 8 $15.49 $-27.16 (-64%)