Raichu 40/99

Name: Raichu #40 - Next Destinies | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: bw4-40
Price: 3.33 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Next Destinies Released: Feb 8, 2012

Pokémon

Lightning Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 9 packs (11.1%) Evolves From: Pikachu

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

3.33 $0.55 (19.78%)

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

9.08 $0.09 (0.98%)

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cosmos Holofoil

Promotional / Event Release

86.56

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA9	48.33	—	x15
PSA8	24.08	—	x7.2
PSA7	35.00	0.49%	x11

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	600.00	—	x66
PSA7	423.09	—	x47

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
7
11.67%
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PSA 9 Mint
14
23.33%
$48.33
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
14
23.33%
$24.08
PSA 7 Near Mint
9
15.00%
$35.00
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
10
16.67%
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PSA 5 Excellent
1
1.67%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
2
3.33%
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PSA 3 Very Good
2
3.33%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
1
1.67%
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Is Raichu 40/99 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $3.33 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $36.01

$3.33

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 —

$35

PSA 7 −$0.88

$24.08

PSA 8 −$10.38

$48.33

PSA 9 +$10.72

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $3.33 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 Raichu

Its tail discharges electricity into the ground, protecting it from getting shocked.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Raichu
National Pokédex #[26]
Card Number 40/99
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorNaoki Saito
Release Date08/02/2012
SeriesBlack & White
Expansion Next Destinies
Evolves From
Pikachu
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

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

Attacks

Thundershock20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Slam80×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 80 damage times the number of heads.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Raichu joyfully leaping with colorful balloons in its hand, vibrant cityscape behind. A child sits nearby holding a red balloon, watching Raichu's lively and playful energy under a bright blue sky.

Playability Overview

Raichu offers strategic risk-reward play with its coin-flip-based attacks, enabling potential high damage or status effects but requiring careful planning to mitigate inconsistent outcomes.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Electric ShowdownThis Raichu card radiates energy with its vibrant colors and dynamic pose. The action-packed vibe makes it a great fit for a "Lightning Battle" page. Pair it with other electric types like Zapdos or Electrode for an electrifying display. The playful animation adds a burst of excitement!Additional Binder Suggestions: Thunderstorm / Energetic / Bright Yellow / Electric Battle / Paralyzed Fun

Raichu 40/99