Does Tentacruel (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-7.78 for Tentacruel (1st Edition) — 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 Tentacruel (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -28% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.86, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-7.78. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Tentacruel (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.86

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-1.92

Estimated profit$-7.78

Estimated return-28%

Break-even sell price$3.09

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $18.94 $-8.92 (-32%)

PSA 8 $26.79 $-1.07 (-4%)