Donphan
HeartGold Collection · 046 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Number
046
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
680
Last Updated
Mar 5, 2026
About Donphan
Donphan is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from HeartGold Collection, numbered 046 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Donphan Price Analysis
The current market price for Donphan from HeartGold Collection is $11.55 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $11.99 to a high of $45.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $148.00 — approximately 12.8x the ungraded market price. With a high volume of recorded sales (680+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Donphan
Professional grading is available for Donphan and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PSA 10. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $32.49 | $11.99 | $45.00 | 565 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $148.00 | $148.00 | $148.00 | 85 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $11.55 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $90.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Donphan a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Donphan is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
