Swalot 40/106

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Set: Emerald Released: May 1, 2005

Pokémon: Swalot

Grass Type Uncommon Illustrator: Atsuko Nishida Pull Rate:1 in 16 packs (6.3%) Evolves From: Gulpin

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1.50 $0.03 (2.04%)

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25.00

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Swalot 40/106 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA10	70.00	—	x47
PSA8	80.00	—	x53

Swalot 40/106 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
3
37.50%
$70.00
PSA 9 Mint
2
25.00%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
2
25.00%
$80.00
PSA 7 Near Mint
0
0.00%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
0
0.00%
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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
1
12.50%
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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 Swalot 40/106 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $1.50 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.91

$1.50

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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 —

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PSA 7 —

$80

PSA 8 +$40.10

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PSA 9 —

$70

PSA 10 +$31.40

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $1.50 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.

Swalot 40/106 Population Report

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Swalot
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[317]
Card Number 40/106
Card RarityUncommon
Pull Rate1 in 16 packs (6.3%)
IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
LanguageEnglish
Release Date01/05/2005
SeriesEX
Expansion Emerald
Evolves From
Gulpin
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionHoenn
Generation Generation 3

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points80 HP
Weakness Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Blot20
Remove 1 damage counter from Swalot.
Poison Breath40
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Swalot lounging calmly in a forest clearing, surrounded by soft light filtering through the trees, its bulbous body and facial tentacles giving it a relaxed yet mysterious presence.

Playability Overview

Swalot’s ability to heal itself while inflicting poison provides sustainable pressure, making it a strategic choice for gradual damage and stall tactics rather than quick knockout focus.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Dreamy SwampThis Swalot card has a whimsical, almost surreal feel with its soft colors and gentle lighting. It fits perfectly in a "Mystical Marsh" section. The background gives off a serene vibe, making it ideal to pair with other Pokémon that share a dreamy aesthetic like Lotad or Lombre.Additional Binder Suggestions: Wetlands / Tranquil / Soft Pastel / Poisonous Beauty / Nature's Whimsy

Swalot 40/106

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Swalot 40/106 Graded Prices

Swalot 40/106 Population Report

Is Swalot 40/106 worth grading?

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