Magikarp 35/102
Set: Base Set
Released: Jan 9, 1999
Water TypeRaw Prices
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PSA Graded Prices
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Population Report (PSA)
How often each PSA grade appears in the population for this card variant.
Grade
Pop
% Pop
Value
- PSA 10 Gem Mint41020.28%$407.64
- PSA 9 Mint80139.61%$100.69
- PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint42420.97%$36.58
- PSA 7 Near Mint1758.65%$33.43
- PSA 6 Excellent-Mint1065.24%—
- PSA 5 Excellent512.52%—
- PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent221.09%—
- PSA 3 Very Good100.49%—
- PSA 2 Good30.15%—
- PSA 1 Poor100.49%—
Is Magikarp 35/102 worth grading?
Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $3.70 raw copy.
- Profit
- Loss
- Break-even
Break-even $36.44
$3.70
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
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$33.43
PSA 7
−$2.62
$36.58
PSA 8
+$0.12
$100.69
PSA 9
+$55.90
$407.64
PSA 10
+$322.95
Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $3.70 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.
About Magikarp
In the distant past, it was stronger than its horribly weak descendants that exist today.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #[129]
- Card Number 35/102
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
- Release Date09/01/1999
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Base Set
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points30 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Water 
Lightning ×2 
Colorless ×1 Attacks
- Tackle10
- Flail10×
Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Magikarp.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Magikarp gasping underwater, its mouth wide open as it lunges toward a wriggling worm lure, surrounded by bubbles and aquatic plants in a murky, greenish watery environment.
Playability Overview
Magikarp's playability centers on its potential to accumulate damage counters for a scaled Flail attack, but its low HP and weak first-stage status make it primarily a setup or joke card rather than a reliable fighter.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Splash ZoneThis Magikarp artwork is such a cheerful sight! Its bright colors and playful pose evoke a feeling of pure joy. I’d recommend placing it on a “Water Fun” page, ideally with other lively aquatic Pokémon. The light blue background and the playful splash effect really enhance that carefree vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Playful / Bright Color / Water Adventure / Underwater Life
