Torterra 008/172

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Set: Brilliant Stars Released: Feb 25, 2022

Pokémon: Torterra

Grass Type Rare Holo Illustrator: Oswaldo KATO Pull Rate:1 in 56.6 packs (1.8%) Evolves From: Grotle

Raw Prices

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0.41 $0.04 (10.81%)

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0.32 $0.02 (6.67%)

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0.55 $0.15 (37.50%)

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1.23 $0.04 (3.36%)

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2.11 $0.07 (3.43%)

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Torterra 008/172 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA9	12.41	—	x30

Torterra 008/172 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
11
27.50%
$34.31
PSA 9 Mint
19
47.50%
$42.00
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
8
20.00%
$7.70
PSA 7 Near Mint
2
5.00%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
0
0.00%
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PSA 5 Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 3 Very Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
0
0.00%
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Is Torterra 008/172 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.32 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.55

$0.32

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PSA 7 —

$7.70

PSA 8 −$21.62

$42

PSA 9 +$8.22

$34.31

PSA 10 +$1.53

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.32 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Torterra 008/172 Population Report

About Torterra

Small Pokémon occasionally gather on its unmoving back to begin building their nests.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Torterra
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[389]
Card Number 008/172
Card RarityRare Holo
Pull Rate1 in 56.6 packs (1.8%)
IllustratorOswaldo KATO
LanguageEnglish
Release Date25/02/2022
Regulation MarkF
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion Brilliant Stars
Evolves From
Grotle
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points190 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×4

Attacks

Evopress50×
This attack does 50 damage for each of your Evolution Pokémon in play.
Hammer In160

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Torterra leading a group through a vibrant, rolling landscape. Their sturdy legs trample grass as trees grow from their backs, blending nature with powerful, grounded movement under a bright blue sky.

Playability Overview

Torterra is best used in a strategy focused on quickly evolving multiple Pokémon to maximize Evopress’s scaling damage, but its high retreat cost limits flexibility in switching.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Verdant GuardianTorterra's artwork showcases its majestic presence amidst a lush, green landscape. The towering trees and earthy tones evoke a sense of stability and strength, making it an ideal centerpiece for a "Nature's Might" page. Pair it with other sturdy Grass types like Venusaur or Sceptile for a powerful display.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Strong / Earthy Tones / Evolutionary Roots / Nature’s Might

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