Does Volcarona V have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $0.48 for Volcarona V — 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 Volcarona V?

Our model estimates approximately 2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.95, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $0.48. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Volcarona V?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.95

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$6.43

Estimated profit$0.48

Estimated return2%

Break-even sell price$-15.27

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $10.52 $-17.43 (-62%)

PSA 9 $18.69 $-9.26 (-33%)