Slowpoke 018/131

Name: Slowpoke #18 - Prismatic Evolutions | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: sv8pt5-18
Price: 0.18 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Prismatic Evolutions Released: Jan 17, 2025

Pokémon

Water Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 11.5 packs (8.7%) Evolves To: Slowbro

Raw Prices

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normal

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0.18 $0.09 (100.00%)

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reverse Holofoil

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0.21 $0.08 (27.59%)

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master Ball Reverse Holofoil

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7.35 $0.69 (10.36%)

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poke Ball Reverse Holofoil

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0.50 $0.10 (16.67%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	152.75	—	x849
PSA9	26.44	65.66%	x147
PSA8	9.97	81.27%	x55

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	92.60	10.83%	x441
PSA9	12.48	10.22%	x59
PSA8	2.00	85.14%	x9.5

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	141.26	49.94%	x19
PSA9	18.40	4.55%	x2.5
PSA8.5	11.00	—	x1.5
PSA8	9.76	—	x1.3
PSA7	7.74	—	x1.1

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	90.74	—	x181
PSA9	14.38	—	x29
PSA8	13.46	—	x27

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
4
21.05%
$152.75
PSA 9 Mint
9
47.37%
$26.44
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
4
21.05%
$9.97
PSA 7 Near Mint
2
10.53%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
0
0.00%
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PSA 5 Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
0
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 Slowpoke 018/131 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.18 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.39

$0.18

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 —

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PSA 7 —

$9.97

PSA 8 −$19.51

$26.44

PSA 9 −$5.18

$152.75

PSA 10 +$104.71

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.18 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.

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Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Slowpoke
National Pokédex #[79]
Card Number 018/131
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorNatsumi Yoshida
Release Date17/01/2025
Regulation MarkH
SeriesScarlet & Violet
Expansion Prismatic Evolutions
Evolves To
Slowbro
Standard FormatLegal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusIn Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Water Gun10
Tail Whap30

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Slowpoke lazily lounging on a beach, half-submerged in water, surrounded by palm trees and a distant sailboat, under a bright sky filled with fluffy clouds, embracing tranquility and leisure.

Playability Overview

Slowpoke offers a balanced early-game option with modest HP and attacks, fitting well into strategies that aim to evolve it quickly or stall while building resources.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Beach DaydreamThis Slowpoke card captures a laid-back seaside vibe with its bright colors and tranquil setting. It’s perfect for a "Relaxation" page, where you can showcase other chill Pokémon enjoying the beach. Pair it with cards featuring water or sunny themes for a cohesive look.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Chill / Bright Colors / Lazy Afternoon / Daydreaming

Slowpoke 018/131