Mareep (Japanese)
S12a: VSTAR Universe · 209/172 · Art Rare
Current Prices
Number
209/172
Rarity
Art Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Mareep (Japanese) Worth?
Mareep (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the S12a: VSTAR Universe set, card number 209/172. 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.
Mareep (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Mareep (Japanese) (S12a: VSTAR Universe, 209/172) is worth around $13.49 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $13.49, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $10.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $40.00 — about 3.0x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $20.51.
Is It Worth Grading Mareep (Japanese)?
Grading Mareep (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($13.49) and a PSA 10 ($40.00) is about $26.51 — a 3.0x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $20.51, CGC 10 $48.99, CGC 9.5 $20.00. 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 | $13.50 | $13.50 | $13.50 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $14.99 | $14.99 | $14.99 | 27 |
| ebay | BGS 10 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 6 |
| ebay | BGS 9 | $12.00 | $12.00 | $12.00 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $15.50 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 8 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $48.99 | $48.99 | $48.99 | 8 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $40.00 | $40.00 | $40.00 | 31 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $15.62 | $15.62 | $15.62 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $26.55 | $26.55 | $26.55 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $20.51 | $20.51 | $20.51 | 18 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | 3 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $13.49 | $15.00 | $15.00 | 102 |
Is Mareep (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Mareep (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 Mareep (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
