Does Wartortle have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-21.79 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 -30% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $50.13, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-21.79. 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$50.13

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$28.34

Estimated profit$-21.79

Estimated return-30%

Break-even sell price$41.08

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $33.67 $-38.46 (-53%)

PSA 8 $62.31 $-9.82 (-14%)