Koffing 51/102

Name: Koffing #51 - Base | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base1-51
Price: 0.81 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Base Set Released: Jan 9, 1999

Pokémon

Grass Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 5.3 packs (18.9%) Evolves To: Weezing

Raw Prices

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unlimited

Found in Booster Packs

0.81 $0.12 (17.39%)

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unlimited Shadowless

Found in Booster Packs

8.06 $0.85 (11.79%)

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first Edition Shadowless

Found in Booster Packs

33.75 $0.10 (0.30%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	130.47	12.13%	x161
PSA9	34.65	22.98%	x43
PSA8	26.26	1.70%	x32
PSA7	16.36	15.89%	x20

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	419.23	—	x52
PSA9	29.27	30.03%	x3.6
PSA8.5	20.00	—	x2.5
PSA8	20.03	28.90%	x2.5
PSA7	18.26	—	x2.3

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	829.71	60.39%	x25
PSA9	106.63	45.07%	x3.2
PSA8.5	41.50	—	x1.2
PSA8	48.94	5.94%	x1.5
PSA7	48.31	188.42%	x1.4

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
392
28.04%
$130.47
PSA 9 Mint
602
43.06%
$34.65
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
228
16.31%
$26.26
PSA 7 Near Mint
76
5.44%
$16.36
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
46
3.29%
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PSA 5 Excellent
26
1.86%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
11
0.79%
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PSA 3 Very Good
4
0.29%
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PSA 2 Good
3
0.21%
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PSA 1 Poor
2
0.14%
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Is Koffing 51/102 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.81 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.11

$0.81

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 —

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PSA 6 —

$16.36

PSA 7 −$14.58

$26.26

PSA 8 −$5.96

$34.65

PSA 9 +$1.34

$130.47

PSA 10 +$84.70

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.81 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.

Population Report (PSA)

About Koffing

Because it stores several kinds of toxic gases in its body, it is prone to exploding without warning.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Koffing
National Pokédex #[109]
Card Number 51/102
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
Release Date09/01/1999
SeriesBase
Expansion Base Set
Evolves To
Weezing
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points50 HP
Weakness Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Foul Gas10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned; if tails, it is now Confused.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Koffing joyfully floating amidst swirling toxic green and yellow gases, its round body emblazoned with a skull and crossbones, radiating an aura of mischievous, hazardous energy.

Playability Overview

Koffing's ability to potentially poison or confuse the opponent adds a strategic layer of status effects, but its low HP and modest damage require careful support and timing to maximize impact.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Toxic VibesThis Koffing card has a vibrant color palette that really stands out, with those swirling greens and yellows creating a funky, almost psychedelic feel. It should definitely be placed in a "Poisonous" section, maybe near other quirky or toxic Pokémon like Muk. The bubbly background adds a playful twist, making it a great fit for cards that have a similar energetic vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Swamp / Playful / Bright Colors / Poisoned / Quirky Art

Koffing 51/102