Tentacruel 51/101

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Set: Hidden Legends Released: Jun 1, 2004

Pokémon: Tentacruel

Water Type Uncommon Illustrator: Hisao Nakamura Pull Rate:1 in 16.5 packs (6.1%) Evolves From: Tentacool

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0.83 $0.10 (13.70%)

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20.15 $4.04 (25.08%)

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Tentacruel 51/101 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA9	6.00	—	x7.2
PSA8	24.34	—	x29

Tentacruel 51/101 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
6
24.00%
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PSA 9 Mint
10
40.00%
$6.00
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
7
28.00%
$24.34
PSA 7 Near Mint
1
4.00%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
1
4.00%
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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
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 Tentacruel 51/101 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.83 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.14

$0.83

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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 —

$24.34

PSA 8 −$7.65

PSA 9 −$23.61

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.83 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.

Tentacruel 51/101 Population Report

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Tentacruel
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[73]
Card Number 51/101
Card RarityUncommon
Pull Rate1 in 16.5 packs (6.1%)
IllustratorHisao Nakamura
LanguageEnglish
Release Date01/06/2004
SeriesEX
Expansion Hidden Legends
Evolves From
Tentacool
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2

Attacks

Long Tentacle
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. If tails, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Toxic
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on the Defending Pokémon between turns.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Tentacruel emerging menacingly from turbulent waters, its large red eyes glowing fiercely as its numerous sharp tentacles spread wide, creating an aura of power and intimidation in a stormy ocean setting.

Playability Overview

Tentacruel’s mix of coin-flip disruption and accelerating poison damage offers tactical pressure but relies heavily on luck and energy attachments, making it a situational choice for controlling the opponent’s board state.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Ocean DepthsThis Tentacruel is all about that underwater vibe! The swirling blues and the intricate details in the tentacles really capture the essence of the ocean. Pair it with other water-themed cards for a cohesive look. It would shine next to cards featuring aquatic battles or deep-sea creatures.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Mysterious / Fluid Art / Poisonous Presence / Marine Life

Tentacruel 51/101

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Tentacruel 51/101 Graded Prices

Tentacruel 51/101 Population Report

Is Tentacruel 51/101 worth grading?

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Tentacruel #51/101 Discussion

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