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Bulbasaur 166/165

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Set: 151 Released: Sep 22, 2023

Pokémon: Bulbasaur

Grass Type Illustration Rare Illustrator: Yoriyuki Ikegami Pull Rate:1 in 188.2 packs (0.5%) Evolves To: Ivysaur

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62.37 $17.97 (22.37%)

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Bulbasaur 166/165 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	302.30	11.89%	x4.8
PSA9	92.50	—	x1.5
PSA8.5	28.27	—	x0.5
PSA8	54.83	8.40%	x0.9
PSA7.5	71.00	—	x1.1
PSA7	62.84	—	x1.0

Bulbasaur 166/165 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
8,553
27.57%
$302.30
PSA 9 Mint
16,754
54.00%
$92.50
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
4,755
15.32%
$54.83
PSA 7 Near Mint
639
2.06%
$62.84
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
177
0.57%
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PSA 5 Excellent
40
0.13%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
26
0.08%
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PSA 3 Very Good
6
0.02%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
2
0.01%
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Is Bulbasaur 166/165 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $62.37 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $103.87

$62.37

Raw

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$62.84

PSA 7 −$35.70

$54.83

PSA 8 −$42.67

$92.50

PSA 9 −$9.90

$302.30

PSA 10 +$172.63

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $62.37 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.

Bulbasaur 166/165 Population Report

About Bulbasaur

While it is young, it uses the nutrients that are stored in the seed on its back in order to grow.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Bulbasaur
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[1]
Card Number 166/165
Card RarityIllustration Rare
Pull Rate1 in 188.2 packs (0.5%)
IllustratorYoriyuki Ikegami
LanguageEnglish
Release Date22/09/2023
Regulation MarkG
SeriesScarlet & Violet
Expansion 151
Evolves To
Ivysaur
Standard FormatLegal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusIn Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Leech Seed20
Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Bulbasaur peacefully nestled among lush, vibrant foliage. The scene is set in a verdant forest, with an abundance of large, overlapping leaves and various plant life creating a dense, tranquil jungle environment. The background is a rich tapestry of green hues, interspersed with occasional pops of blue and yellow from small flowers and berries. The atmosphere conveys calmness and serenity, embodying Bulbasaur’s harmony with nature.The art style is characterized by its bright and vivid color palette, dominated by greens but complemented by other lively colors. The shading is soft, emphasizing the gentle sunlight filtering through the canopy. The mood is peaceful and nurturing, reflecting Bulbasaur’s natural habitat.

Playability Overview

Bulbasaur’s healing attack encourages a defensive, sustainable playstyle early in the game, balancing moderate damage with self-recovery to prolong its presence on the battlefield.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Hidden OasisThis Bulbasaur is nestled among lush greenery, giving off a serene, vibrant vibe. It’s perfect for a "Nature’s Embrace" page. Pair it with cards featuring other grass types or Pokémon that thrive in dense foliage for a cohesive look. Those leafy details make it a natural fit for a tranquil, verdant setting.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Tranquil / Lush Green / Growth / Nature’s Embrace

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Bulbasaur #166/165 FAQs: Price, Grading & Collecting

Answers about Bulbasaur #166/165 from 151 — live market value, pull rates, PSA grading returns and tournament legality.

Is Bulbasaur #166/165 going up or down in value?

Over the last 30 days, an ungraded Bulbasaur has moved down 22.4% to $62.37. PSA 10 copies are down 11.9% over the same period.

What are the odds of pulling Bulbasaur #166/165?

Bulbasaur #166/165 appears roughly 1 in 188.2 packs, which works out at 0.5% per pack. That makes it one of the harder cards to pull from 151.

How rare is Bulbasaur #166/165?

Bulbasaur #166/165 is a Illustration Rare, one of the higher rarity tiers in 151.

Is Bulbasaur #166/165 worth grading?

At $62.37 raw, you need a PSA 10 to profit. A PSA 10 sells for $302.30, giving a net return of +$172.63 after grading costs and selling fees. PSA 9 returns −$9.90 and PSA 8 returns −$42.67, so anything below a 10 loses money on this card.

How many PSA 10 copies of Bulbasaur #166/165 exist?

PSA have graded 31,028 copies of Bulbasaur #166/165, of which 8,553 came back as PSA 10. That is a gem rate of 27.6%, or roughly 1 in 3.6 graded copies.

Is Bulbasaur #166/165 hard to get in gem mint?

Yes. At a 27.6% gem rate, Bulbasaur grades worse than the 151 average by 7.6 points. Clean copies are harder to come by.

Who illustrated Bulbasaur #166/165?

Bulbasaur #166/165 was illustrated by Yoriyuki Ikegami, who has illustrated 51 Pokémon cards in total.

Is Bulbasaur #166/165 legal in tournaments?

Bulbasaur #166/165 carries regulation mark G and is currently legal in Standard, legal in Expanded and legal in Unlimited.

When was Bulbasaur #166/165 released?

Bulbasaur #166/165 was released on 22 September 2023 as part of 151. It belongs to the Modern era and features a Generation 1 Pokémon from the Kanto region.

Bulbasaur 166/165

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Bulbasaur 166/165 Graded Prices

Bulbasaur 166/165 Population Report

Is Bulbasaur 166/165 worth grading?

About Bulbasaur

Card Details

Card Attributes

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Bulbasaur #166/165 Discussion

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