Magnemite 53/102

Name: Magnemite #53 - Base | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base1-53
Price: 0.64 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Base Set Released: Jan 9, 1999

Pokémon

Lightning Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 5.3 packs (18.9%) Evolves To: Magneton

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unlimited

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0.64 $0.04 (5.88%)

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unlimited Shadowless

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2.67 $0.99 (58.93%)

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first Edition Shadowless

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23.98 $1.12 (4.90%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	72.50	11.78%	x113
PSA9	27.43	24.18%	x43
PSA8	23.68	18.40%	x37
PSA7	15.93	—	x25

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	129.14	5.64%	x48
PSA9	41.30	29.51%	x15
PSA8.5	14.00	—	x5.2
PSA8	49.00	—	x18
PSA7	26.24	—	x9.8

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	384.65	15.03%	x16
PSA9	98.48	11.38%	x4.1
PSA8.5	26.00	—	x1.1
PSA8	43.54	5.27%	x1.8
PSA7	41.69	—	x1.7

About Magnemite

Uses anti-gravity to stay suspended. Appears without warning and uses attacks like Thunder Wave.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Magnemite
National Pokédex #81
Card Number 53/102
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorKeiji Kinebuchi
Release Date09/01/1999
SeriesBase
Expansion Base Set
Evolves To
Magneton
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points40 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Thunder Wave10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Selfdestruct40
Does 10 damage to each Pokémon on each player's Bench. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Magnemite does 40 damage to itself.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Magnemite floating in a dark space, electricity crackling from its metallic body, with its magnets extended and screws glinting as it uses its electric powers defensively and menacingly.

Playability Overview

Magnemite's ability to paralyze opponents combined with its risky Selfdestruct attack encourages tactical timing, balancing disruptive potential with its own fragility for strategic play.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Electric OddityThis Magnemite has such a quirky vibe with its magnetic arms and playful expression! I’d place it on a page dedicated to unique Electric types. Its whimsical design pairs well with fellow oddballs like Electrode and Joltik, creating a fun and energetic atmosphere that stands out.Additional Binder Suggestions: Electric Field / Playful / Vintage / Magnetism / Techno Vibes