Lapras
SWSH01: Sword & Shield Base Set · 048/202 · Rare
Current Prices
Nummer
048/202
Zeldzaamheid
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
494
Last Updated
Mar 17, 2026
About Lapras
Lapras is a Rare card that stands out in the SWSH01: Sword & Shield Base Set set, numbered 048/202 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. At its current price point, this card is an affordable pickup for set completionists and casual collectors.
Lapras Price Analysis
The current market price for Lapras from SWSH01: Sword & Shield Base Set is $0.28 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $0.15 to a high of $0.26. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $22.50 — approximately 80.4x the ungraded market price. Over the past 30 days, Lapras has increased in value by +7.7%, indicating growing demand among collectors. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 494 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Lapras
Professional grading is available for Lapras and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 8 5, CGC 9 5, PSA 10. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. At this price point, grading is generally not cost-effective as the grading fee may exceed the card's ungraded value. Consider grading only for sentimental or personal collection purposes.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $0.19 | $0.18 | $0.18 | 19 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $0.28 | $0.15 | $0.26 | 339 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $12.99 | $12.99 | $12.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $22.50 | $22.50 | $22.50 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $0.27 | $0.24 | $0.24 | 112 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $6.50 | $3.30 | $3.30 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $1.45 | $2.22 | $2.22 | 9 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $1.79 | $2.60 | $2.60 | 10 |
Is Lapras a Good Investment?
Lapras carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. 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.
