Poipole (Japanese)
SM8b: GX Ultra Shiny · 179/150 · Shiny Rare
Current Prices
Number
179/150
Rarity
Shiny Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Poipole (Japanese) Worth?
Poipole (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM8b: GX Ultra Shiny set, card number 179/150. 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.
Poipole (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Poipole (Japanese) (SM8b: GX Ultra Shiny, 179/150) is worth around $4.24 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $20.00 — about 4.7x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $6.52.
Is It Worth Grading Poipole (Japanese)?
Grading Poipole (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($4.24) and a PSA 10 ($20.00) is about $15.76 — a 4.7x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $6.52, CGC 10 $24.99. 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 | $6.99 | $6.99 | $6.99 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $6.52 | $6.52 | $6.52 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $4.24 | $4.24 | $4.24 | 7 |
Is Poipole (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Poipole (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 Poipole (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
