Parasect 55/130

Name: Parasect #55 - Base Set 2 | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base4-55
Price: 1.34 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Base Set 2 Released: Feb 24, 2000

Pokémon

Grass Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 14 packs (7.1%) Evolves From: Paras

Raw Prices

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1.34 $0.31 (18.79%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	35.00	—	x26
PSA9	12.43	—	x9.3
PSA7	45.00	—	x34

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
34
29.57%
$35.00
PSA 9 Mint
52
45.22%
$12.43
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
19
16.52%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
5
4.35%
$45.00
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
4
3.48%
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PSA 5 Excellent
1
0.87%
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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 Parasect 55/130 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $1.34 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.72

$1.34

Raw

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

—

PSA 6 —

$45

PSA 7 +$9.81

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PSA 8 —

$12.43

PSA 9 −$18.53

$35

PSA 10 +$1.11

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $1.34 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.

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About Parasect

A host-parasite pair in which the parasite mushroom has taken over the host bug. Prefers damp places.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Parasect
National Pokédex #[47]
Card Number 55/130
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorKen Sugimori
Release Date24/02/2000
SeriesBase
Expansion Base Set 2
Evolves From
Paras
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Spore
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Slash30

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts a mushroom-capped creature with crab-like claws emerging from a dense, leafy forest background, blending nature and fungus into a mysterious, symbiotic presence lurking quietly amidst the foliage.

Playability Overview

Parasect's ability to put opponents to sleep with Spore offers strategic control, but its low HP and high retreat cost limit its staying power and flexibility in prolonged battles.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Spore SanctuaryThis card has a charming, earthy vibe with its warm colors and the whimsical look of the mushroom cap. I'd suggest placing it in a "Nature's Essence" section, surrounded by other Grass types that evoke a sense of tranquility. It pairs well with cards that highlight damp environments, like those featuring Rain Dance or Misty themes.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Dreamy / Earthy Tones / Fungal Life / Damp Conditions

Parasect 55/130

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About Parasect

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Attacks

Artwork Description

Playability Overview

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