Salamence
Dragon · 19/97 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
DragonNumero
19/97
Rarità
Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
284
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Salamence
Salamence is a Rare card that stands out in the Dragon set, numbered 19/97 in the expansion. This is the Reverse_Holofoil variant. With a mid-range market value, Salamence is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Salamence Price Analysis
The current market price for Salamence from Dragon is $39.33 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $40.00 to a high of $40.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $1,410 — approximately 35.9x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $23.50. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a -1.7% change. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 284 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Salamence
Professional grading is available for Salamence and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 6, CGC 7, CGC 8, CGC 8 5, CGC 9, CGC 9 5, PSA 10. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | PSA 10 | $1,410 | $545.72 | $545.72 | 4 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.54 | $1.54 | $1.54 | 7 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $9.97 | $9.98 | $9.98 | 23 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $39.33 | $40.00 | $40.00 | 64 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $7.61 | $7.61 | $7.61 | 52 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $24.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $49.99 | $66.00 | $66.00 | 11 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $38.88 | $147.50 | $147.50 | 7 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $245.00 | $225.00 | $225.00 | 5 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $19.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 11 |
| ebay | CGC 6 | $11.50 | $11.50 | $11.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $39.99 | $39.99 | $39.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $27.77 | $27.77 | $27.77 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $34.99 | $26.99 | $26.99 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $28.10 | $34.99 | $34.99 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 7 5 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $23.50 | $42.96 | $42.96 | 19 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $19.57 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 58 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $24.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $26.96 | $26.96 | $26.96 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $19.50 | $19.50 | $19.50 | 1 |
Is Salamence a Good Investment?
Salamence carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. 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.
