Empoleon
Dark Explorers · 29/108 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Set
Dark ExplorersNummer
29/108
Zeldzaamheid
Holo Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
72
Last Updated
Mar 9, 2026
About Empoleon
Empoleon is a holographic rare card and one of the notable pulls from Dark Explorers, numbered 29/108 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.
Empoleon Price Analysis
The current market price for Empoleon from Dark Explorers is $5.43 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $6.15 to a high of $6.15. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $20.00. The card has seen a -11.7% change in the last 30 days. Price dips can represent buying opportunities for collectors who believe in long-term value. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 72 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Empoleon
Professional grading is available for Empoleon and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PSA 8, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, 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 | NEAR MINT | $5.43 | $6.15 | $6.15 | 28 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $4.36 | $4.36 | $4.36 | 6 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $3.33 | $3.32 | $3.32 | 15 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $37.99 | $37.99 | $37.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.08 | $1.08 | $1.08 | 5 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $2.50 | $2.50 | $2.50 | 1 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.49 | $3.50 | $3.50 | 7 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $1.41 | $4.99 | $4.99 | 8 |
Is Empoleon a Good Investment?
Holographic rares like Empoleon are among the most collected card types. They balance accessibility with genuine collectible appeal. The current downward trend may represent a correction or shifting collector interest. Historically, Pokemon cards from popular sets tend to recover over longer time horizons. 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.
