Buffer Piece 83/97

Name: Buffer Piece #83 - Dragon | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ex3-83
Price: 0.56 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Dragon Released: Nov 24, 2003

TrainerUncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 16.5 packs (6.1%)

Raw Prices

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0.56 $0.01 (1.82%)

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2.95 $1.04 (54.45%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	34.89	—	x62

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA9	44.87	72.58%	x15
PSA8	39.80	—	x13
PSA7	19.79	—	x6.7

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
5
45.45%
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PSA 9 Mint
3
27.27%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
2
18.18%
$34.89
PSA 7 Near Mint
0
0.00%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
1
9.09%
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PSA 5 Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
0
0.00%
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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 Buffer Piece 83/97 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.56 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.83

$0.56

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

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PSA 7 —

$34.89

PSA 8 +$1.79

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PSA 9 —

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.56 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.

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Card Details

Card TypeTrainer
Card Number 83/97
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorKatsura Tabata
Release Date24/11/2003
SeriesEX
Expansion Dragon
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print

Card Attributes

Energy Type Trainer

Rules

Attach Buffer Piece to 1 of your Pokémon that doesn't already have a Pokémon Tool attached to it. If that Pokémon is Knocked Out, discard this card.
Damage done to the Pokémon Buffer Piece is attached to by an opponent's attack is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). At the end of your opponent's turn after you played Buffer Piece, discard Buffer Piece.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts a glowing, ornate pendant resting atop a moss-covered rock, nestled among vibrant green leaves in a shadowy, serene forest setting, suggesting a hidden treasure or protective charm quietly glowing.

Playability Overview

Buffer Piece offers a strategic, temporary shield to absorb minor hits, making it useful for stalling or protecting vulnerable Pokémon early in a match without committing to long-term defense.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Defensive StrategyThis Buffer Piece card has a unique, almost mystical look with its glowing colors. It’s all about protection, so it would fit well on a page dedicated to defensive tactics or support cards. Consider placing it near other items that enhance survivability, like healing tools or shields, to emphasize that protective theme.Additional Binder Suggestions: Cave / Strategic / Glowing / Defense Boost / Supportive Gear

Buffer Piece 83/97

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PSA Graded Prices

Population Report (PSA)

Is Buffer Piece 83/97 worth grading?

Card Details

Card Attributes

Rules

Artwork Description

Playability Overview

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