Slaking
Ruby and Sapphire · 12/109 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Numero
12/109
Rarità
Holo Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
83
Last Updated
Mar 15, 2026
About Slaking
Slaking is a holographic rare card and one of the notable pulls from Ruby and Sapphire, numbered 12/109 in the expansion. This is the Reverse_Holofoil variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Slaking Price Analysis
The current market price for Slaking from Ruby and Sapphire is $15.27 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $15.00 to a high of $15.00. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $18.16. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a +1.8% change. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 83 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Slaking
Professional grading is available for Slaking and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 6 5, PSA 4, PSA 7, PSA 8, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: DAMAGED, LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $7.34 | $7.53 | $7.53 | 12 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $15.27 | $15.00 | $15.00 | 18 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $5.63 | $5.63 | $5.63 | 6 |
| ebay | DAMAGED | $5.95 | $6.97 | $6.97 | 2 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $5.00 | $6.99 | $6.99 | 5 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $7.45 | $6.50 | $6.50 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $50.00 | $50.00 | $50.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 6 5 | $36.65 | $36.65 | $36.65 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 4 | $3.94 | $3.94 | $3.94 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $14.05 | $23.11 | $23.11 | 3 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $5.65 | $5.41 | $5.41 | 11 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $22.95 | $20.80 | $20.80 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $18.16 | $59.99 | $59.99 | 6 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $3.23 | $3.06 | $3.06 | 11 |
Is Slaking a Good Investment?
Holographic rares like Slaking are among the most collected card types. They balance accessibility with genuine collectible appeal. 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.
