NFT value & price

Understanding the distinction between algorithmic valuation and market-driven pricing.

On Mesi, every NFT is assigned two distinct financial attributes: Value and Price.

While most platforms only show the seller's asking price, Mesi calculates a "Real Value" to provide transparency, prevent market manipulation, and help buyers make informed decisions.

Value and Price Metrics

Valuation Metrics

Mesi uses an algorithmic approach to determine the intrinsic worth of an asset. These metrics are refreshed daily.

The calculated worth of an individual asset. It is based on: * **Engagement Score:** Viral reach and interaction rates. * **Earnings Potential:** Projected future revenue from ads/PPV. * **Historical Data:** Average trade prices and frequency. * **Trust Pledge:** The size of the attached [Trust Pledge](/path-to-pledges). An informational metric representing the creator's total ecosystem health: * Sum of all NFT Values (Sold & Unsold). * Subscription revenue, weighted by the subscribers' [Engagement Scores](/path-to-engagement).

Revenue Attribution Percentage

This metric shows exactly how much of a gallery's total success is driven by a specific NFT. It is calculated by combining direct revenue and a "Pro-Rata" share of subscriptions.

Attribution %=Direct NFT Earnings+(Total Subscription Revenue/Total NFTs)Total Gallery Revenue\text{Attribution \%} = \frac{\text{Direct NFT Earnings} + (\text{Total Subscription Revenue} / \text{Total NFTs})}{\text{Total Gallery Revenue}}

Example: A gallery has 10 NFTs and earned $5,000 in subscriptions.

  • One "Star" NFT earned $100 in direct tips/PPV.

  • Its attribution is: ($500 + $100) / $5,100 = 11.7%.

  • The other 9 NFTs receive a baseline share of 9.8% each.

The Pricing System

While "Value" is algorithmic, "Price" is the actual amount a buyer pays. Mesi supports three transaction types:

  1. Buy Now: A fixed price set by the owner.

  2. Auction: Time-limited bidding.

  3. Private Bid: Direct offers sent to owners of NFTs marked "Open for Bids."

Maximum Price Formula

To maintain market stability, the platform enforces a price ceiling based on the asset's current value and the seller's User Tier.

Max Sale Price=NFT Value×[n]\text{Max Sale Price} = \text{NFT Value} \times [n]

  • [n] Variable: Starts at 0.5 for entry-level tiers and increases as the seller's account tier rises.

  • Purpose: Prevents "wash trading" and artificial price inflation on low-tier accounts.

Pricing Interface

Handling Excess Funds

If an interaction results in a price higher than the Max Sale Price (e.g., a high-intensity auction or a generous private bid):

  • The Seller: Receives the amount up to their current Max Price limit.

  • The Escrow: The surplus funds are held in a secure Mesi Escrow.

  • Unlocking: These funds are released to the seller as soon as they reach the required User Tier to support that price level.

**Strategic Growth:** To unlock higher prices and access your escrowed funds immediately, consider [Locking $MESI Tokens](/gamification/user-tiers-and-creator-limits) to upgrade your Tier.

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