Empoleon 037/172

Name: Empoleon #37 - Brilliant Stars | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: swsh9-37
Price: 0.3 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Brilliant Stars Released: Feb 25, 2022

Pokémon

Water Type Rare Holo Pull Rate: 1 in 56.6 packs (1.8%) Evolves From: Prinplup

Raw Prices

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holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

0.30

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reverse Holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

0.41 $0.01 (2.38%)

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cosmos Holofoil

Promotional / Event Release

1.58 $0.08 (4.82%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	42.13	—	x140
PSA9	31.44	—	x105
PSA8	26.69	—	x89
PSA7	6.50	—	x22

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA9	8.50	—	x21
PSA7	22.50	—	x55

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
15
28.30%
$42.13
PSA 9 Mint
22
41.51%
$31.44
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
7
13.21%
$26.69
PSA 7 Near Mint
5
9.43%
$6.50
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
2
3.77%
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PSA 5 Excellent
1
1.89%
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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 037/172 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.30 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.53

$0.30

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 —

$6.50

PSA 7 −$22.65

$26.69

PSA 8 −$5.08

$31.44

PSA 9 −$0.95

$42.13

PSA 10 +$8.35

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.30 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 037/172
Card RarityRare Holo
IllustratorKouki Saitou
Release Date25/02/2022
Regulation MarkF
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion Brilliant Stars
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

Abilities

Ability: Emergency Surfacing
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in your discard pile and you have no cards in your hand, you may put this Pokémon onto your Bench. If you do, draw 3 cards.

Attacks

Water Arrow
This attack does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Empoleon emerging powerfully from icy waters, surrounded by shattered ice and frosted air. Its regal three-horned crown gleams brightly against a cold, wintery landscape filled with towering ice formations.

Playability Overview

Empoleon’s ability to return from the discard when you have no cards encourages aggressive hand management and sustained pressure through drawing, while its moderate attack requires strategic support for consistent damage output.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Arctic MajestyThis Empoleon card radiates a powerful presence with its regal stance amid icy blues and whites. It’s perfect for a page featuring majestic Water types. Pair it with other Pokémon that embody the spirit of the ocean or icy landscapes, like Articuno or Walrein, to create an impressive display.Additional Binder Suggestions: Iceberg / Noble / Cool Tones / Emperor's Rule / Ocean Depths

Empoleon 037/172