Blastoise (Japanese)
SM12a: TAG TEAM GX: Tag All Stars · 031/173 · None
Current Prices
Number
031/173
Rarity
None
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Blastoise (Japanese) Worth?
Blastoise (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Common card from the SM12a: TAG TEAM GX: Tag All Stars set, card number 031/173. 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.
Blastoise (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Blastoise (Japanese) (SM12a: TAG TEAM GX: Tag All Stars, 031/173) is worth around $2.55 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $2.55, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $2.23. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $55.99 — about 22x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $14.50.
Is It Worth Grading Blastoise (Japanese)?
Grading Blastoise (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($2.55) and a PSA 10 ($55.99) is about $53.44 — a 22x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $14.50, CGC 10 $17.50, CGC 9.5 $12.50. 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 | $3.99 | $3.99 | $3.99 | 5 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $2.74 | $2.74 | $2.74 | 23 |
| ebay | BGS 10 | $49.99 | $49.99 | $49.99 | 3 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $12.50 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $17.50 | $17.50 | $17.50 | 25 |
| ebay | CGC 6 5 | $11.00 | $11.00 | $11.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $8.55 | $8.55 | $8.55 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $13.00 | $13.00 | $13.00 | 11 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $12.50 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $55.99 | $55.99 | $55.99 | 32 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $8.52 | $8.52 | $8.52 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $14.50 | $14.50 | $14.50 | 14 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.23 | $2.23 | $2.23 | 15 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $2.55 | $2.99 | $5.00 | 387 |
Is Blastoise (Japanese) a Good Buy?
As a common, Blastoise (Japanese) holds little standalone value, but clean copies still matter for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Blastoise (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
