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

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.10 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 -26% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.61, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.10. 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$8.61

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.51

Estimated profit$-8.10

Estimated return-26%

Break-even sell price$13.00

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $12.06 $-18.55 (-61%)

PSA 7 $19.37 $-11.24 (-37%)