Espeon 48/108

Name: Espeon #48 - Dark Explorers | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: bw5-48
Price: 9.43 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Dark Explorers Released: May 9, 2012

Pokémon

Psychic Type Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 28.5 packs (3.5%) Evolves From: Eevee

Raw Prices

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Found in Booster Packs

9.43 $0.13 (1.40%)

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

25.09

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league Stamp

Promotional / Event Release

138.45 $10.55 (8.25%)

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staff Stamp

Promotional / Event Release

495.68

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA9	50.89	—	x5.4
PSA8	29.00	—	x3.1
PSA7	240.00	—	x25

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	4,005.00	—	x160
PSA9	214.65	—	x8.6
PSA8	311.22	—	x12
PSA7	82.75	—	x3.3

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
3
6.82%
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PSA 9 Mint
13
29.55%
$50.89
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
15
34.09%
$29.00
PSA 7 Near Mint
8
18.18%
$240.00
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
3
6.82%
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PSA 5 Excellent
1
2.27%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
1
2.27%
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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 Espeon 48/108 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $9.43 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $43.02

$9.43

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 —

$240

PSA 7 +$171.37

$29

PSA 8 −$12.20

$50.89

PSA 9 +$6.84

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $9.43 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 Espeon

Its fur is so sensitive, it can sense minute shifts in the air and predict the weather.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Espeon
National Pokédex #[196]
Card Number 48/108
Card RarityRare
IllustratorMizue
Release Date09/05/2012
SeriesBlack & White
Expansion Dark Explorers
Evolves From
Eevee
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionJohto
Generation Generation 2

Card Attributes

Energy Type Psychic
Health Points90 HP
Weakness Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Abilities

Ability: Solar Revelation
Prevent all effects of your opponent's attacks, except damage, done to each of your Pokémon that has any Energy attached to it.

Attacks

Psy Report60
Your opponent reveals his or her hand.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Espeon standing gracefully in a sunlit meadow, its sleek body shimmering with sparkling light under a partly cloudy sky as delicate orbs float gently around it, evoking mystical energy.

Playability Overview

Espeon's ability offers strong passive protection against status effects, making it ideal for maintaining board control while gaining strategic insight through Psy Report's hand-revealing attack.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Moonlit MeadowThis Espeon artwork captures a serene moment with soft lighting and lush greenery, giving it a dreamy vibe. It's best placed among Pokémon that exude tranquility, like those with gentle poses or soothing backgrounds. Pair it with other Psychic types that have a mystical feel to maintain that enchanting atmosphere.Additional Binder Suggestions: Grassland / Calm / Soft Pastel / Psychic Powers / Nature’s Whisper

Espeon 48/108