Shelmet 009/189

Name: Shelmet #9 - Darkness Ablaze | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: swsh3-9
Price: 0.03 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Darkness Ablaze Released: Aug 14, 2020

Pokémon

Grass Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 10.6 packs (9.4%) Evolves To: Accelgor

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0.24 $0.03 (14.29%)

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PSA 10 Gem Mint
2
28.57%
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PSA 9 Mint
4
57.14%
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
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0.00%
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PSA 7 Near Mint
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0.00%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
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0.00%
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PSA 5 Excellent
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0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
1
14.29%
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PSA 3 Very Good
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PSA 2 Good
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0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
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0.00%
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Is Shelmet 009/189 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.03 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.22

$0.03

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.03 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.

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About Shelmet

When attacked, it tightly shuts the lid of its shell. This reaction fails to protect it from Karrablast, however, because they can still get into the shell.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Shelmet
National Pokédex #[616]
Card Number 009/189
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorMegumi Mizutani
Release Date14/08/2020
Regulation MarkD
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion Darkness Ablaze
Evolves To
Accelgor
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionUnova
Generation Generation 5

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×3

Attacks

Spray Fluid10

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Shelmet peeking cautiously from its shell, nestled in tall grass under a bright sky, with an arched bridge in the background, glimmering softly in the warm sunlight.

Playability Overview

Shelmet's low HP and weak attack make it less viable in competitive play, mainly serving as an early-game Pokémon for evolving rather than a strong standalone fighter.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Sunny MeadowThis Shelmet card gives off a calm, daytime vibe with its open sky and grassy field. It fits well on a nature or meadow-themed page, especially with other small or bug-type Pokémon. Use it as a gentle page opener or filler among peaceful green scenery cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Grassland / Calm / Soft Colors / Daylight / Bug Buddies

Shelmet 009/189

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About Shelmet

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