Machamp (Japanese)
Mysterious Mountains · 052/088 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
052/088
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Machamp (Japanese) Worth?
Machamp (Japanese) is a Rare card in the Mysterious Mountains set, card number 052/088. 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.
Machamp (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Machamp (Japanese) (Mysterious Mountains, 052/088) is worth around $18.97 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $18.97, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $17.49. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $120.00 — about 6.3x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $38.68.
Is It Worth Grading Machamp (Japanese)?
Grading Machamp (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($18.97) and a PSA 10 ($120.00) is about $101.03 — a 6.3x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $38.68, PSA 8 $50.00. 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 | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $17.49 | $14.99 | $19.99 | 5 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $18.97 | $18.97 | $18.97 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $120.00 | $120.00 | $120.00 | 8 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $50.00 | $50.00 | $50.00 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $38.68 | $38.68 | $38.68 | 1 |
Is Machamp (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Machamp (Japanese) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Machamp (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
