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Empoleon 34/156

Name: Empoleon #34 - Ultra Prism | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: sm5-34
Price: 0.42 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Ultra Prism Released: Feb 2, 2018

Pokémon

Water Type Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 34.5 packs (2.9%) Evolves From: Prinplup

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

0.42 $0.03 (7.69%)

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

1.04 $0.06 (5.45%)

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cracked Ice Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

1.94 $0.03 (1.52%)

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league Stamp

Promotional / Event Release

1.03 $0.01 (0.98%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA7	15.00	—	x36

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA10	1,500.00	—	x1,442
PSA8	21.99	—	x21

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
4
66.67%
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PSA 9 Mint
1
16.67%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
1
16.67%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
0
0.00%
$15.00
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 Empoleon 34/156 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.42 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.67

$0.42

Raw

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PSA 6 —

$15

PSA 7 −$15.37

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PSA 10 —

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.42 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 Empoleon

The three horns that extend from its beak attest to its power. The leader has the biggest horns.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Empoleon
National Pokédex #[395]
Card Number 34/156
Card RarityRare
Illustratornagimiso
Release Date02/02/2018
SeriesSun & Moon
Expansion Ultra Prism
Evolves From
Prinplup
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points160 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Total Command20×
This attack does 20 damage for each Benched Pokémon (both yours and your opponent's).
Whirlpool90
Discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Empoleon crashing powerfully through a crystalline ice structure, its sharp three-pronged crown gleaming as water and ice shards swirl fiercely around its imposing, regal form.

Playability Overview

Empoleon's strategy revolves around maximizing bench presence for heavy damage with Total Command while using Whirlpool to disrupt opponents' energy setups, rewarding players who balance board control and resource management.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Iceberg MajestyThis Empoleon card exudes a powerful presence with its icy blue tones and striking pose. I'd position it on a "Frozen Power" page, ideally alongside other Water types that showcase majestic or regal vibes, like Suicune or Lapras. The dynamic action of the attack really enhances its commanding look.Additional Binder Suggestions: Glacier / Fierce / Bold Colors / Royalty / Frozen Depths

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