Does Wartortle have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-37.21 for Wartortle — 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 Wartortle?

Our model estimates approximately -61% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $38.69, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-37.21. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Wartortle?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$38.69

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.48

Estimated profit$-37.21

Estimated return-61%

Break-even sell price$5.82

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $3.25 $-57.44 (-95%)

PSA 7 $20.69 $-40.00 (-66%)