Moltres 38/214

Name: Moltres #38 - Lost Thunder | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: sm8-38
Price: 0.83 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Lost Thunder Released: Nov 2, 2018

Pokémon: Moltres

Fire Type Rare Illustrator: Misa Tsutsui Pull Rate: 1 in 57 packs (1.8%)

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

0.83 $0.02 (2.47%)

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

1.40 $0.29 (26.13%)

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charizard Stamp46

Promotional / Event Release

1.39 $0.20 (12.58%)

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cracked Ice Holofoil

Promotional / Event Release

3.17 $0.05 (1.60%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA9	30.78	0.82%	x37
PSA7	7.50	—	x9.0

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	146.53	9.16%	x105
PSA9	25.60	2.33%	x18
PSA8	12.90	13.77%	x9.2

PSA10 Price History

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
6
30.00%
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PSA 9 Mint
8
40.00%
$30.78
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
3
15.00%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
3
15.00%
$7.50
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 Moltres 38/214 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.83 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.14

$0.83

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 —

$7.50

PSA 7 −$22.31

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PSA 8 —

$30.78

PSA 9 −$2.05

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.83 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.

Population Report (PSA)

About Moltres

One of the legendary bird Pokémon. It is said that its appearance indicates the coming of spring.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Moltres
National Pokédex #[146]
Card Number 38/214
Card RarityRare
IllustratorMisa Tsutsui
Release Date02/11/2018
SeriesSun & Moon
Expansion Lost Thunder
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Fire
Health Points120 HP
Weakness Water ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Assisting Heater30
You may attach a Fire Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Fire Wing90

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Moltres soaring through a vibrant, swirling inferno of fiery reds, oranges, and purples, with flames trailing from its wings and tail, illuminating the dynamic, intense energy of its legendary presence.

Playability Overview

Moltres can efficiently boost your bench's energy while dealing solid damage, supporting an aggressive Fire-type strategy focused on rapid energy acceleration and widespread pressure.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Fiery SkiesThis Moltres card radiates energy with its vibrant flames and dynamic background. I’d suggest placing it on a "Firestorm" page, showcasing its blazing colors alongside other fiery Pokémon like Charizard or Entei. The dramatic art sets a high-energy mood, perfect for a standout page.Additional Binder Suggestions: Volcano / Intense / Bright Orange / Legendary Birds / Heat Wave

Raw Prices

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reverse Holofoil

charizard Stamp46

cracked Ice Holofoil

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