Meltan 129/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Released: Aug 14, 2020
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Price History (Raw)
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Population Report (PSA)
How often each PSA grade appears in the population for this card variant.
Grade
Pop
% Pop
Value
- PSA 10 Gem Mint250.00%—
- PSA 9 Mint125.00%—
- PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint125.00%—
- PSA 7 Near Mint00.00%—
- PSA 6 Excellent-Mint00.00%—
- PSA 5 Excellent00.00%—
- PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent00.00%—
- PSA 3 Very Good00.00%—
- PSA 2 Good00.00%—
- PSA 1 Poor00.00%—
Is Meltan 129/189 worth grading?
Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.09 raw copy.
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- Break-even
Break-even $32.29
$0.09
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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.09 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.
About Meltan
It dissolves and eats metal. Circulating liquid metal within its body is how it generates energy.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #808
- Card Number 129/189
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorHYOGONOSUKE
- Release Date14/08/2020
- Regulation MarkD
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion Darkness Ablaze
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionAlola
- Generation Generation 7
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Resistance
Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Metal 
Fire ×2 
Grass -30 
Colorless ×1 Attacks
- Headbutt10
- Beam20
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Meltan standing atop a rusted industrial structure, its hexagonal nut head gleaming against a backdrop of smokestacks and metal walkways under a clear blue sky.
Playability Overview
Meltan offers low-cost, early-game damage potential with its simple attack options, making it a useful setup or spreading damage while waiting for stronger Pokémon to enter play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Industrial GlowThis Meltan card stands out with its industrial backdrop, featuring smokestacks and a metallic vibe. It would fit perfectly in an "Urban Factory" theme, placed alongside other Steel-type Pokémon or cards with a similar industrial aesthetic. The warm tones contrast nicely with the metallic sheen, making it a striking addition.Additional Binder Suggestions: Factory / Quirky / Metallic / Energy Source / Industrial Life
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