How much is Zapdos (Japanese) from SM8a: Dark Order worth?

In 2026, Zapdos (Japanese) (SM8a: Dark Order, 003/052) is worth about $1.34 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 graded copy is worth around $65.00.

Where can I check the latest value of Zapdos (Japanese)?

Right here on PokeCardWorth — search Zapdos (Japanese) for an up-to-date Near Mint value, graded prices, and a full condition breakdown sourced from real marketplace data.

Zapdos (Japanese)

SM8a: Dark Order · 003/052 · Rare

Current Prices

Market Price $1.34

Low $1.32

High $1.32

PSA 10 $65.00

PSA 9 N/A

30-Day Trend +0.0%

Set

SM8a: Dark Order

Number

003/052

Rarity

Rare

Variant

Holofoil

Market

US (TCGplayer)

Last Updated

Jun 9, 2026

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What Is Zapdos (Japanese) Worth?

Zapdos (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM8a: Dark Order set, card number 003/052. 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.

Zapdos (Japanese) Value Breakdown

As of 2026, Zapdos (Japanese) (SM8a: Dark Order, 003/052) is worth around $1.34 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $65.00 — about 49x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value.

Is It Worth Grading Zapdos (Japanese)?

Grading Zapdos (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($1.34) and a PSA 10 ($65.00) is about $63.66 — a 49x uplift before grading fees. 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	$0.99	$0.99	$0.99	3
ebay	PSA 10	$65.00	$65.00	$65.00	1
tcgplayer	NEAR MINT	$1.34	$1.32	$1.32	26

Is Zapdos (Japanese) a Good Buy?

Zapdos (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 Zapdos (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.