Golem
Dragon · 5/97 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Set
DragonNumber
5/97
Rarity
Holo Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Golem Worth?
Golem (Reverse_Holofoil variant) is a holographic rare from Dragon, card number 5/97. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it sits in the budget range, so it is an accessible addition for most collectors.
Golem Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Golem (Dragon, 5/97) is worth around $13.32 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $13.32, while a Damaged one drops to roughly $5.99. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $13.32, Lightly Played $13.37, Moderately Played $7.02, Heavily Played $11.03, Damaged $5.99 — so grading the condition correctly before you buy or sell matters more than almost anything else. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $599.99 — about 45x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $47.23.
Is It Worth Grading Golem?
Grading Golem can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($13.32) and a PSA 10 ($599.99) is about $586.67 — a 45x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $47.23, PSA 8 $21.99. Only grade a budget card like this if it is flawless and you plan to hold long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | DAMAGED | $4.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 | 2 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $13.00 | $13.00 | $13.00 | 7 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $9.67 | $9.67 | $9.67 | 7 |
| ebay | CGC 7 5 | $16.85 | $16.85 | $16.85 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $17.50 | $17.50 | $17.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $13.06 | $13.06 | $13.06 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $49.99 | $49.99 | $49.99 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $599.99 | $599.99 | $599.99 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $23.79 | $23.79 | $23.79 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $49.00 | $49.00 | $49.00 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $21.99 | $21.99 | $21.99 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $47.23 | $47.23 | $47.23 | 5 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $5.99 | $5.98 | $5.98 | 13 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $11.03 | $11.10 | $11.10 | 7 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $13.37 | $13.37 | $13.37 | 11 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $7.02 | $7.02 | $7.02 | 11 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $13.32 | $13.32 | $13.32 | 37 |
Is Golem a Good Buy?
Holos like Golem are among the most collected cards and tend to hold value well. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Golem's value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
