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Alakazam [1st Edition] #42 (Pokemon Japanese Split Earth)
Alakazam [1st Edition] #42 from Pokemon Japanese Split Earth is worth about $34.53 raw (Near Mint) and $1,225 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $21–$29 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $34.53 | $21 – $29 |
| Lightly Played | $27.62 | $17 – $23 |
| Moderately Played | $20.72 | $12 – $18 |
| Heavily Played | $13.81 | $8 – $12 |
| Damaged | $8.63 | $5 – $7 |
Your card’s condition directly affects its trade-in value. Most cards from binders are Lightly Played or better. Estimates based on standard condition discounts.
Graded Prices
| Grade | Price | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $1,225 | $735 – $1,041 |
| PSA 9.5 | $145 | $87 – $123 |
| PSA 9 | $132 | $79 – $112 |
| PSA 8 | $120 | $72 – $102 |
| BGS 10 | $1,592 | $955 – $1,353 |
| CGC 10 | $735 | $441 – $625 |
| SGC 10 | $735 | $441 – $625 |
Prices from PriceCharting & JustTCG · Updated Aug 24, 2026
How to Sell: Compare Your Options
| Route | Gross | Fees | Shipping | You Keep | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sell to a Local Buyer | $21–$29 | $0 | $0 | $21–$29 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $34.53 | −$4.58 | −$5.00 | $24.95 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $32.80 | −$3.57 | −$4.00 | $25.23 | 2–3 wks |
Local buyers found on Trade Into Cash typically pay 60–85% of market value with no fees. eBay: 13.25% final value fee. TCGplayer: 10.89% seller fee. Shipping estimated for standard tracked.
Should You Grade This Card?
Grading costs ~$25 + ~$18 shipping. Japanese cards typically gem at higher rates due to tighter QC.
| Grade | Odds | Card Value | You Keep (Net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 45% | $1,225 | $1,020 |
| PSA 9 | 30% | $132 | $72 |
| PSA 8 | 15% | $120 | $61 |
| Below 8 | 10% | $35 | $-18 |
"You Keep" = card value minus grading ($25), shipping (~$18), and eBay fees (13.25%) if you sell the graded card online. Compared against selling raw to a local buyer at ~72.5% of market (midpoint of 60–85%).
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The Alakazam [1st Edition] #42 (Pokemon Japanese Split Earth) currently trades at $34.53 raw. Find a local buyer on Trade Into Cash for same-day cash.