Magma Basin (Japanese)
S9: Star Birth · 127/100 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Set
S9: Star BirthNumber
127/100
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Magma Basin (Japanese) Worth?
Magma Basin (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is an ultra-rare chase card from S9: Star Birth, card number 127/100. 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.
Magma Basin (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Magma Basin (Japanese) (S9: Star Birth, 127/100) is worth around $8.56 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $20.00 — about 2.3x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $10.52.
Is It Worth Grading Magma Basin (Japanese)?
Grading Magma Basin (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($8.56) and a PSA 10 ($20.00) is about $11.44 — a 2.3x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $10.52, CGC 10 $14.50, CGC 9.5 $10.00. 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 | NEAR MINT | $10.49 | $10.49 | $10.49 | 10 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $14.50 | $14.50 | $14.50 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $10.52 | $10.52 | $10.52 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $8.56 | $8.56 | $8.56 | 10 |
Is Magma Basin (Japanese) a Good Buy?
As an ultra-rare, Magma Basin (Japanese) is exactly the kind of card that appreciates when a set stays popular. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Magma Basin (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
