Vespiquen 23/90

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Set: HS—Undaunted Released: Aug 18, 2010

Pokémon: Vespiquen

Grass Type Rare Illustrator: Naoyo Kimura Pull Rate:1 in 22.5 packs (4.4%) Evolves From: Combee

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0.94 $0.10 (11.90%)

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6.97 $1.17 (14.37%)

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Vespiquen 23/90 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	750.00	—	x108
PSA9	34.00	—	x4.9
PSA8	4.00	—	x0.6

Vespiquen 23/90 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
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PSA 9 Mint
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
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33.33%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
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PSA 5 Excellent
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
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PSA 3 Very Good
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PSA 2 Good
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PSA 1 Poor
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Is Vespiquen 23/90 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.94 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.26

$0.94

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.94 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.

Vespiquen 23/90 Population Report

About Vespiquen

It raises grubs in the holes in its body. It secretes pheromones to control Combee.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Vespiquen
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[416]
Card Number 23/90
Card RarityRare
Pull Rate1 in 22.5 packs (4.4%)
IllustratorNaoyo Kimura
LanguageEnglish
Release Date18/08/2010
SeriesHeartGold & SoulSilver
Expansion HS—Undaunted
Evolves From
Combee
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points100 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×3

Abilities

Poké-Body: Defense Sign
Prevent all damage done to your Benched Grass Pokémon by attacks.

Attacks

Mach Wind60
During your next turn, Vespiquen's Retreat Cost is 0.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Vespiquen hovering fiercely against a fiery sunset. Its segmented abdomen glows like a honeycomb, while dark, shadowy trees frame the scene, emphasizing its commanding presence and protective nature.

Playability Overview

Vespiquen offers solid bench protection with Defense Sign and decent offense with Mach Wind, but its high retreat cost and reliance on specific Grass Pokémon may limit its versatility in competitive play.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Hive GuardiansPlace Vespiquen in the center of a bee-themed page. Its design and colors complement other Bug and Grass types, creating a cohesive look that represents the hive's community vibe. Surround it with Pokémon like Combee and Butterfree for a buzzing effect.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Energetic / Yellow / Bee Colony / Nature's Helpers

Vespiquen 23/90

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Vespiquen 23/90 Graded Prices

Vespiquen 23/90 Population Report

Is Vespiquen 23/90 worth grading?

About Vespiquen

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