Wurmple 78/109

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Set: Ruby & Sapphire Released: Jul 1, 2003

Pokémon: Wurmple

Grass Type Common Illustrator: Hajime Kusajima Pull Rate:1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%) Evolves To: Silcoon, Cascoon

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1.37 $0.01 (0.72%)

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20.00 $2.46 (14.03%)

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Wurmple 78/109 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	16.50	—	x12

Wurmple 78/109 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
5
21.74%
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PSA 9 Mint
10
43.48%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
4
17.39%
$16.50
PSA 7 Near Mint
3
13.04%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
1
4.35%
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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 Wurmple 78/109 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $1.37 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.76

$1.37

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

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PSA 7 —

$16.50

PSA 8 −$15.02

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PSA 9 —

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $1.37 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.

Wurmple 78/109 Population Report

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Wurmple
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[265]
Card Number 78/109
Card RarityCommon
Pull Rate1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%)
IllustratorHajime Kusajima
LanguageEnglish
Release Date01/07/2003
SeriesEX
Expansion Ruby & Sapphire
Evolves To
Silcoon, Cascoon
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionHoenn
Generation Generation 3

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points50 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Signs of Evolution
Search your deck for Silcoon and Beautifly, or Cascoon and Dustox cards. Show 1 card or both cards of a pair to your opponent and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
Poison Barb
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Wurmple perched on a leafy branch amidst glistening dew drops, its curious eyes and vibrant red body contrasting with the lush green foliage surrounding it in a serene forest setting.

Playability Overview

Wurmple's ability to search for key evolution cards adds strategic consistency, while its Poison Barb attack can apply status conditions to slowly weaken opponents over time.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Caterpillar EvolutionWurmple's art really captures its quirky, segmented design with those vibrant colors. It’s perfect for a "Creepy Crawlies" page. I’d suggest pairing it with other Bug types that have similar bright aesthetics, like Beautifly or Silcoon. The overall playful vibe makes it a fun addition!Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Playful / Bright Colors / Bug Life / Transformation

Wurmple 78/109

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Wurmple 78/109 Graded Prices

Wurmple 78/109 Population Report

Is Wurmple 78/109 worth grading?

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Wurmple #78/109 Discussion

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