Applin (Japanese)
S4a: Shiny Star V · 211/190 · Shiny Rare
Current Prices
Number
211/190
Rarity
Shiny Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Applin (Japanese) Worth?
Applin (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the S4a: Shiny Star V set, card number 211/190. 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.
Applin (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Applin (Japanese) (S4a: Shiny Star V, 211/190) is worth around $2.75 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $2.75, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $2.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $12.50 — about 4.5x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $5.50.
Is It Worth Grading Applin (Japanese)?
Grading Applin (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($2.75) and a PSA 10 ($12.50) is about $9.75 — a 4.5x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $5.50, CGC 10 $15.50, CGC 9.5 $5.50. 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 | $2.99 | $2.99 | $2.99 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $2.99 | $2.99 | $2.99 | 25 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $15.50 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $7.13 | $7.13 | $7.13 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $12.50 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 9 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $2.75 | $2.61 | $2.75 | 47 |
Is Applin (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Applin (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 Applin (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
