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Piplup 85/127

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Set: Platinum Base Released: Feb 11, 2009

Pokémon: Piplup

Water Type Common Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita Pull Rate:1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%) Evolves To: Prinplup

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4.46 $0.05 (1.13%)

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38.49 $8.50 (28.34%)

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Piplup 85/127 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA7	33.84	14.71%	x7.6

Piplup 85/127 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
1
5.88%
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PSA 9 Mint
4
23.53%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
6
35.29%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
3
17.65%
$33.84
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
3
17.65%
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PSA 5 Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
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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 Piplup 85/127 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $4.46 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $37.31

$4.46

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$33.84

PSA 7 −$3.02

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PSA 8 —

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PSA 9 —

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $4.46 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.

Piplup 85/127 Population Report

About Piplup

A poor walker, it often falls down. However, its strong pride makes it puff up its chest without a care.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Piplup
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[393]
Card Number 85/127
Card RarityCommon
Pull Rate1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%)
IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
LanguageEnglish
Release Date11/02/2009
SeriesPlatinum
Expansion Platinum Base
Evolves To
Prinplup
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Lightning +10
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Muddy Water10
Does 10 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Pound20

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Piplup sitting calmly in a flowing stream surrounded by vibrant greenery and warm sunlight, water gently splashing around its feet as it gazes curiously into the distance.

Playability Overview

Piplup offers basic early-game presence with minor bench pressure through Muddy Water, but limited damage output restricts its strategic impact beyond a setup role for evolutions.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Gentle WatersPiplup’s adorable art showcases a serene scene with soft blues and vibrant whites. This card radiates a calm vibe, perfect for a “Chill Water” page. Place it next to other peaceful aquatic Pokémon like Vaporeon or Swablu to enhance the soothing atmosphere, avoiding any aggressive characters.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Tranquil / Soft Pastel / Water Play / Penguin Pals

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Piplup 85/127

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Piplup 85/127 Graded Prices

Piplup 85/127 Population Report

Is Piplup 85/127 worth grading?

About Piplup

Card Details

Card Attributes

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Piplup #85/127 Discussion

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