Current Prices
Raw
$30
PSA 8
$100
PSA 9
$250
PSA 10
$2,800
Prices updated May 2026. Based on recent eBay sold listings and market data.
Should You Grade This Card?
✅ Yes — potential profit of $2,740 at PSA 10
Raw value: $30
PSA 10 value: $2,800
Grading cost: $30
Potential profit at PSA 10: $2,740
Gem rate: 4.0% (1,250 out of 31,000 graded)
PSA 10 value: $2,800
Grading cost: $30
Potential profit at PSA 10: $2,740
Gem rate: 4.0% (1,250 out of 31,000 graded)
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About This Card
Alakazam holds the honor of being card #1 in the original Base Set. The psychic-type powerhouse has enduring popularity and the holo art featuring Alakazam's spoons is instantly recognizable.
Grading Tips for Alakazam
- Card #1 means it sat at the front of binders — check for extra handling wear
- The yellow-gold holo is stunning but shows surface marks easily
- Base Set centering problems apply; measure before submitting
Grade Difficulty
hardAs card #1 in the set, Alakazam was often the first card handled in binder pages, leading to more handling wear. Standard Base Set centering issues also apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Alakazam worth?
A Alakazam Holo #1/102 from Base Set (1999) is currently worth approximately $30 raw, $100 in PSA 8, $250 in PSA 9, and $2,800 in PSA 10. Prices vary based on condition, centering, and recent sales.
Is it worth grading Alakazam?
Yes — a PSA 10 Alakazam Holo #1/102 is worth $2,800, compared to $30 raw. After the $30 grading fee, the potential profit at PSA 10 is $2,740. However, the gem rate is only 4.0%, so use SlabReady to predict the grade before submitting.
What does PSA 10 Alakazam sell for?
A PSA 10 Alakazam Holo #1/102 currently sells for approximately $2,800. There are 1,250 PSA 10 copies in the population out of 31,000 total graded, giving it a 4.0% gem rate.
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