Blastoise (Japanese)
SM9: Tag Bolt · 023/095 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
SM9: Tag BoltNumber
023/095
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Blastoise (Japanese) Worth?
Blastoise (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM9: Tag Bolt set, card number 023/095. 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) (SM9: Tag Bolt, 023/095) is worth around $3.95 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $3.95, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $3.64. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $65.00 — about 16x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $7.00.
Is It Worth Grading Blastoise (Japanese)?
Grading Blastoise (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($3.95) and a PSA 10 ($65.00) is about $61.05 — a 16x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $7.00, CGC 10 $28.95, CGC 9.5 $19.99. 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 | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $1.98 | $1.98 | $1.98 | 14 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $3.49 | $2.99 | $3.99 | 23 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $15.50 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $28.95 | $28.95 | $28.95 | 30 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $18.98 | $18.98 | $18.98 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $16.50 | $16.50 | $16.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $4.25 | $4.25 | $4.25 | 7 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 4 |
| ebay | PGS 9 | $14.46 | $14.46 | $14.46 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $65.00 | $65.00 | $65.00 | 34 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $7.00 | $7.00 | $7.00 | 26 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $3.64 | $3.64 | $3.64 | 14 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $3.95 | $3.95 | $3.95 | 61 |
Is Blastoise (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Blastoise (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 Blastoise (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
