Does Team Rocket's Giovanni have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-9.92 for Team Rocket's Giovanni — 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 Giovanni?

Our model estimates approximately -18% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $33.02, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-9.92. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Team Rocket's Giovanni?

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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$33.02

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$23.10

Estimated profit$-9.92

Estimated return-18%

Break-even sell price$-1.54

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $25.77 $-29.25 (-53%)

PSA 9 $32.96 $-22.06 (-40%)