Slowbro 43/62

Name: Slowbro #43 - Fossil | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base3-43
Price: 12.02 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Fossil Released: Oct 10, 1999

Pokémon

Psychic Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 5.3 packs (18.9%) Evolves From: Slowpoke

Raw Prices

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first Edition

Found in Booster Packs

12.02 $2.07 (14.69%)

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unlimited

Found in Booster Packs

1.88 $0.35 (22.88%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	395.71	22.54%	x33
PSA9	81.96	2.43%	x6.8
PSA8.5	45.00	—	x3.7
PSA8	34.96	14.51%	x2.9
PSA7	36.55	9.51%	x3.0

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	256.93	—	x137
PSA9	34.00	11.11%	x18
PSA8	31.76	13.59%	x17
PSA7	18.40	6.36%	x9.8

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
423
18.57%
$395.71
PSA 9 Mint
915
40.17%
$81.96
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
555
24.36%
$34.96
PSA 7 Near Mint
204
8.96%
$36.55
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
101
4.43%
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PSA 5 Excellent
49
2.15%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
12
0.53%
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PSA 3 Very Good
9
0.40%
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PSA 2 Good
2
0.09%
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PSA 1 Poor
2
0.09%
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Is Slowbro 43/62 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $12.02 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $46

$12.02

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 —

$36.55

PSA 7 −$8.22

$34.96

PSA 8 −$9.60

$81.96

PSA 9 +$31.29

$395.71

PSA 10 +$304.25

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $12.02 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 Slowbro

The Shellder that is latched onto Slowpoke's tail is said to feed on the host's left-over scraps.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Slowbro
National Pokédex #[80]
Card Number 43/62
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorKagemaru Himeno
Release Date10/10/1999
SeriesBase
Expansion Fossil
Evolves From
Slowpoke
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

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

Abilities

Pokémon Power: Strange Behavior
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), you may move 1 damage counter from 1 of your Pokémon to Slowbro as long as you don't Knock Out Slowbro. This power can't be used if Slowbro is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.

Attacks

Psyshock20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Slowbro sitting contentedly on grass, clutching a large, spiked Shellder shell. The sky behind glows warmly with yellow and orange hues, creating a serene and whimsical atmosphere.

Playability Overview

Slowbro’s ability to redistribute damage counters strategically protects key Pokémon but requires careful timing and status management for effective board control.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Quirky WatersThis Slowbro card has such a unique charm! The vibrant colors and playful expression really stand out. I'd suggest placing it in a section dedicated to fun and oddball Pokémon rather than just Psychic types. It could team up nicely with quirky cards like Psyduck or Mr. Mime, showcasing that playful vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Whimsical / Bright Colors / Odd Couple / Laid-Back

Slowbro 43/62

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PSA Graded Prices

Population Report (PSA)

Is Slowbro 43/62 worth grading?

About Slowbro

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Abilities

Attacks

Artwork Description

Playability Overview

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