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Metapod 46/123

Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver Base Released: Feb 10, 2010

Pokémon: Metapod

Grass Type Uncommon Illustrator: Tomokazu Komiya Pull Rate:1 in 12.7 packs (7.9%) Evolves From: Caterpie Evolves To: Butterfree

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3.03 $0.25 (8.99%)

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13.63 $1.70 (14.25%)

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Is Metapod 46/123 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $3.03 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $35.67

$3.03

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $3.03 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.

Metapod 46/123 Population Report

About Metapod

It prepares for evolution by hardening its shell as much as possible to protect its soft body.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Metapod
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[11]
Card Number 46/123
Card RarityUncommon
Pull Rate1 in 12.7 packs (7.9%)
IllustratorTomokazu Komiya
LanguageEnglish
Release Date10/02/2010
SeriesHeartGold & SoulSilver
Expansion HeartGold & SoulSilver Base
Evolves From
Caterpie
Evolves To
Butterfree
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

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

Abilities

Poké-Body: Green Shield
Each of your Grass Pokémon has no Weakness.

Attacks

Sharpen20

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Metapod clinging to a bamboo stalk, its green segmented shell gleaming in warm sunlight, surrounded by a vibrant, textured background suggesting a natural, serene environment.

Playability Overview

Metapod’s Green Shield ability offers strong team-wide defensive value by negating weaknesses, making it a strategic choice for protecting Grass-type Pokémon despite its low attack power.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Cocooned SerenityThis Metapod artwork has a tranquil vibe, showing its shell against a warm, sunlit background. Group it with other serene Pokémon that evoke a sense of growth and transformation, like Butterfree or even some Grass types. It contrasts beautifully with dynamic battle cards, so give it a peaceful nook in your binder.Additional Binder Suggestions: Garden / Calm / Soft Green / Evolution / Nature's Embrace

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Metapod 46/123

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Metapod 46/123 Population Report

Is Metapod 46/123 worth grading?

About Metapod

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Metapod #46/123 Discussion

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