Steelix 23/100

Name: Steelix #23 - Sandstorm | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ex2-23
Price: 3.39 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Sandstorm Released: Sep 18, 2003

Pokémon

Metal Type Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 13 packs (7.7%) Evolves From: Onix

Raw Prices

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3.39 $0.33 (10.78%)

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30.59 $4.70 (18.15%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	279.00	124.15%	x82
PSA9	28.66	—	x8.5
PSA8	20.44	70.33%	x6.0

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	200.46	—	x6.6
PSA9	60.42	—	x2.0
PSA8	46.13	119.98%	x1.5
PSA7	29.78	—	x1.0

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
21
23.08%
$279.00
PSA 9 Mint
44
48.35%
$28.66
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
14
15.38%
$20.44
PSA 7 Near Mint
3
3.30%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
3
3.30%
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PSA 5 Excellent
1
1.10%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
1
1.10%
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PSA 3 Very Good
2
2.20%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
1
1.10%
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Is Steelix 23/100 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $3.39 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $36.08

$3.39

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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 —

$20.44

PSA 8 −$13.61

$28.66

PSA 9 −$6.46

$279

PSA 10 +$211.34

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $3.39 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 TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Steelix
National Pokédex #[208]
Card Number 23/100
Card RarityRare
IllustratorMidori Harada
Release Date18/09/2003
SeriesEX
Expansion Sandstorm
Evolves From
Onix
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionJohto
Generation Generation 2

Card Attributes

Energy Type Metal
Health Points100 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Resistance Grass -30
Retreat Cost Colorless ×4

Attacks

Rage10+
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on Steelix.
Spinning Tail
Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Steelix emerging powerfully from a rocky cavern, its metallic body gleaming as debris falls around it, emphasizing its raw strength and indomitable presence in a dynamic, intense environment.

Playability Overview

Steelix's ability to boost damage through counters with Rage supports a tanky, attrition-based playstyle, while Spinning Tail offers consistent spread damage to pressure multiple opponents.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Rocky RuinsPlace Steelix in the center of a page featuring Pokémon that thrive in rocky or mountainous environments. Its powerful presence is perfect for a lineup with Ground and Steel types, complemented by cards that highlight a rugged landscape vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Mountain / Intense / Earthy Gray / Rock Solid / Grounded Strength

Steelix 23/100

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