Magcargo (Japanese)
Split Earth · 019/088 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
Split EarthNumber
019/088
Rarity
Rare
Variant
1st_Edition
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Magcargo (Japanese) Worth?
Magcargo (Japanese) (1st_Edition variant) is a Rare card in the Split Earth set, card number 019/088. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it carries real mid-range value and is worth keeping protected in a sleeve and top-loader.
Magcargo (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Magcargo (Japanese) (Split Earth, 019/088) is worth around $20.22 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $20.22, while a Lightly Played one drops to roughly $7.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $136.97 — about 6.8x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $14.49.
Is It Worth Grading Magcargo (Japanese)?
Grading Magcargo (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($20.22) and a PSA 10 ($136.97) is about $116.75 — a 6.8x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $14.49. Grading is worth considering if your copy looks clean — the PSA 10 premium can comfortably clear the fee.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $7.99 | $7.99 | $7.99 | 3 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $20.22 | $20.22 | $20.22 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $136.97 | $136.97 | $136.97 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $14.49 | $14.49 | $14.49 | 3 |
Is Magcargo (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Magcargo (Japanese) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Mid-value cards from popular sets tend to hold up well over time. Whatever you decide, recheck Magcargo (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
