Shelgon 48/99

Name: Shelgon #48 - Arceus | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: pl4-48
Price: 0.45 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Arceus Released: Nov 4, 2009

Pokémon

Colorless Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 9.3 packs (10.8%) Evolves From: Bagon Evolves To: Salamence

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0.45

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reverse Holofoil

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1.92

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PSA 10 Gem Mint
2
50.00%
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PSA 9 Mint
1
25.00%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
1
25.00%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
0
0.00%
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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 Shelgon 48/99 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.45 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.70

$0.45

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.45 raw cost.

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Population Report (PSA)

About Shelgon

Within its rugged shell, its cells have begun changing. The shell peels off the instant it evolves.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Shelgon
National Pokédex #[372]
Card Number 48/99
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
Release Date04/11/2009
SeriesPlatinum
Expansion Arceus
Evolves From
Bagon
Evolves To
Salamence
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionHoenn
Generation Generation 3

Card Attributes

Energy Type Colorless
Health Points80 HP
Weakness Colorless +20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Scrunch
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Shelgon during your opponent's next turn.
Dragon Bump40+
If Shelgon has any basic Fire Energy and any basic Water Energy attached to it, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Shelgon nestled in a lush, green forest, its rugged shell glowing softly as it hovers above the ground, eyes focused and determined, embodying endurance and quiet strength amidst nature.

Playability Overview

Shelgon’s combination of coin-based defense and conditional elemental attack encourages a balanced energy setup but may slow momentum due to its specific energy requirements.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Hidden RetreatThis Shelgon artwork has such a serene vibe with that soft background and the gentle light filtering through. It feels like it’s hiding away, making it a great fit for a "Secret Garden" page. Pair it with other Pokémon that have a tranquil or elusive aesthetic, like that shy Treecko or a stealthy Espurr.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Calm / Pastel / Hidden Sanctuary / Evolved Friends

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Shelgon 48/99