Gyarados 32/97

Name: Gyarados #32 - Dragon | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ex3-32
Price: 15.44 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Dragon Released: Nov 24, 2003

Pokémon

Water Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 16.5 packs (6.1%) Evolves From: Magikarp

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

15.44 $1.05 (7.30%)

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

101.78 $6.64 (6.98%)

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prerelease Stamp

Promotional / Event Release

150.00

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	488.64	—	x32
PSA9	42.26	—	x2.7
PSA8	20.99	—	x1.4
PSA7	35.00	—	x2.3

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	1,199.88	—	x12
PSA9	472.98	34.11%	x4.6
PSA8	242.79	125.31%	x2.4
PSA7	22.01	—	x0.2

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
50
26.60%
$488.64
PSA 9 Mint
71
37.77%
$42.26
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
34
18.09%
$20.99
PSA 7 Near Mint
16
8.51%
$35.00
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
7
3.72%
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PSA 5 Excellent
5
2.66%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
4
2.13%
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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
1
0.53%
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Is Gyarados 32/97 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $15.44 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $49.93

$15.44

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 −$12.99

$20.99

PSA 8 −$25.18

$42.26

PSA 9 −$6.67

$488.64

PSA 10 +$381.68

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $15.44 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)

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Gyarados
National Pokédex #[130]
Card Number 32/97
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorKouki Saitou
Release Date24/11/2003
SeriesEX
Expansion Dragon
Evolves From
Magikarp
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points100 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Dragon Crush
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each Defending Pokémon. Discard an Energy card from each Defending Pokémon.
Aqua Sonic80
This attack's damage is not affected by Resistance.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Gyarados emerging fiercely from tumultuous waters, roaring with an open mouth, surrounded by swirling waves and dark, stormy skies that emphasize its power and intimidating presence.

Playability Overview

Gyarados offers strategic value by potentially disrupting multiple opponents' energies with Dragon Crush while delivering consistent high damage through Aqua Sonic, though its high energy cost and coin flip reliance require careful resource management.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Ocean FuryThis Gyarados card radiates power with its ferocious roar and splashing water. It deserves a prime spot on a "Water Beasts" page where it can be surrounded by other intimidating aquatic Pokémon. The dynamic energy in the artwork makes it stand out, perfect for showcasing alongside cards like Swampert or Kingdra.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Fierce / Intense Blue / Water Rage / Sea Monster

Gyarados 32/97