Dark Steelix (Japanese)
Rocket Gang Strikes Back · 072/084 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Number
072/084
Rarity
Holo Rare
Variant
Unlimited_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Dark Steelix (Japanese) Worth?
Dark Steelix (Japanese) (Unlimited_Holofoil variant) is a holographic rare from Rocket Gang Strikes Back, card number 072/084. 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.
Dark Steelix (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Dark Steelix (Japanese) (Rocket Gang Strikes Back, 072/084) is worth around $17.99 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $17.99, while a Moderately Played one drops to roughly $4.00. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $17.99, Lightly Played $29.40, Moderately Played $4.00 — 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 $199.99 — about 11x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $69.99.
Is It Worth Grading Dark Steelix (Japanese)?
Grading Dark Steelix (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($17.99) and a PSA 10 ($199.99) is about $182.00 — a 11x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $69.99, PSA 8 $19.50. 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 | $2.44 | $2.44 | $2.44 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $17.99 | $17.99 | $17.99 | 9 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $199.99 | $199.99 | $199.99 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $15.50 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $19.50 | $19.50 | $19.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $69.99 | $69.99 | $69.99 | 9 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $29.40 | $29.40 | $29.40 | 3 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $4.00 | $4.00 | $4.00 | 0 |
Is Dark Steelix (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Holos like Dark Steelix (Japanese) 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 Dark Steelix (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
