Manaphy (Japanese)
SM3+: Shining Legends · 026/072 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
026/072
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Manaphy (Japanese) Worth?
Manaphy (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM3+: Shining Legends set, card number 026/072. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it is an affordable, easy-to-find card best valued as part of a complete set rather than on its own.
Manaphy (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Manaphy (Japanese) (SM3+: Shining Legends, 026/072) is worth around $1.25 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $13.64 — about 11x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value.
Is It Worth Grading Manaphy (Japanese)?
Grading Manaphy (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($1.25) and a PSA 10 ($13.64) is about $12.39 — a 11x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: BGS 9.5 $32.00. At this value grading rarely makes sense — the fee usually exceeds the card's worth.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $2.39 | $2.39 | $2.39 | 3 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $13.64 | $13.64 | $13.64 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | 7 |
Is Manaphy (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Manaphy (Japanese) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Don't expect price growth here — value it for completeness, not returns. Whatever you decide, recheck Manaphy (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
