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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-7.74 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 -23% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $11.19, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-7.74. 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$11.19

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.45

Estimated profit$-7.74

Estimated return-23%

Break-even sell price$13.43

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $16.16 $-17.03 (-51%)

PSA 8 $27.87 $-5.32 (-16%)