Hippopotas 052/131

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Set: Prismatic Evolutions Released: Jan 17, 2025

Pokémon: Hippopotas

Fighting Type Common Illustrator: HYOGONOSUKE Pull Rate:1 in 11.5 packs (8.7%) Evolves To: Hippowdon

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0.07 $0.03 (75.00%)

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reverse Holofoil

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0.14 $0.04 (40.00%)

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master Ball Reverse Holofoil

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0.99 $0.10 (9.17%)

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poke Ball Reverse Holofoil

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0.34 $0.05 (17.24%)

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Hippopotas 052/131 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	79.37	—	x1,134
PSA8	7.50	—	x107
PSA7	8.79	—	x126

Hippopotas 052/131 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
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0.00%
$79.37
PSA 9 Mint
2
40.00%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
2
40.00%
$7.50
PSA 7 Near Mint
1
20.00%
$8.79
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
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PSA 5 Excellent
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
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0.00%
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PSA 3 Very Good
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0.00%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
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Is Hippopotas 052/131 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.07 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.26

$0.07

Raw

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$8.79

PSA 7 −$20.42

$7.50

PSA 8 −$21.55

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PSA 9 —

$79.37

PSA 10 +$40.98

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.07 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.

Hippopotas 052/131 Population Report

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Hippopotas
TypeFighting
National Pokédex #[449]
Card Number 052/131
Card RarityCommon
Pull Rate1 in 11.5 packs (8.7%)
IllustratorHYOGONOSUKE
LanguageEnglish
Release Date17/01/2025
Regulation MarkH
SeriesScarlet & Violet
Expansion Prismatic Evolutions
Evolves To
Hippowdon
Standard FormatLegal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusIn Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Fighting
Health Points90 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×3

Attacks

Tackle70

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Hippopotas resting on sandy desert ground, its large eyes wide open, surrounded by sparse dry bushes and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky, blending perfectly with its arid environment.

Playability Overview

Hippopotas offers straightforward damage output with Tackle but its moderate HP and high retreat cost suggest it’s best for players favoring simple, early-game board presence over complex strategies.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Desert DwellersThis Hippopotas card radiates a warm, sandy vibe that perfectly captures its desert habitat. I'd place it on a page featuring other Ground types or desert-themed Pokémon. Its playful expression and the muted colors create a nice balance with more serious cards. Consider pairing it with cards like Sandshrew or Trapinch for a cohesive look.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Playful / Warm Tones / Sand Life / Sunbaked Adventures

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