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Melmetal 130/189

Name: Melmetal #130 - Darkness Ablaze | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: swsh3-130
Price: 0.13 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Darkness Ablaze Released: Aug 14, 2020

Pokémon: Melmetal

Metal Type Rare Illustrator: NC Empire Pull Rate: 1 in 56.1 packs (1.8%) Evolves From: Meltan

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

0.13 $0.01 (7.14%)

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reverse Holofoil

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0.38 $0.01 (2.56%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA10	40.00	—	x105

PSA10 Price History

PSA Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
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PSA 9 Mint
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
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PSA 7 Near Mint
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
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PSA 5 Excellent
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
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PSA 3 Very Good
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PSA 2 Good
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PSA 1 Poor
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Is Melmetal 130/189 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.13 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.33

$0.13

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.13 raw cost.

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About Melmetal

At the end of its life-span, Melmetal will rust and fall apart. The small shards left behind will eventually be reborn as Meltan.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Melmetal
National Pokédex #[809]
Card Number 130/189
Card RarityRare
IllustratorNC Empire
Release Date14/08/2020
Regulation MarkD
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion Darkness Ablaze
Evolves From
Meltan
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionAlola
Generation Generation 7

Card Attributes

Energy Type Metal
Health Points150 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Resistance Grass -30
Retreat Cost Colorless ×4

Attacks

Energy Link30
Attach an Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
Heavy Impact130

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Melmetal erupting from the ground, crackling with electric energy as blue sparks dance around its massive, metallic fists, while dust and debris swirl in the intense, dynamic scene.

Playability Overview

Melmetal’s ability to quickly recover Energy from the discard pile supports sustained attacks, but its high retreat cost requires careful planning to avoid being stuck in unfavorable matchups.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Metallic MightThis Melmetal card has a tough, industrial vibe with its metallic colors and fierce stance. It feels like it belongs on a "Heavyweight Heroes" page, especially next to other powerful Steel types. The sharp details and rugged look make it perfect for showcasing strength and resilience, so position it prominently among its heavier companions.Additional Binder Suggestions: Industrial / Powerful / Metallic / Heavyweight / Steel Power

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