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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.76 for Totodile (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 Totodile (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -53% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.35, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.76. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Totodile (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$15.35

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-4.41

Estimated profit$-19.76

Estimated return-53%

Break-even sell price$-1.16

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $13.94 $-23.41 (-63%)

PSA 7 $21.15 $-16.20 (-43%)