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Alakazam [Gold Star] #99 (Pokemon Crystal Guardians)
Alakazam [Gold Star] #99 from Pokemon Crystal Guardians is worth about $1,029.35 raw (Near Mint) and $14,601 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $618–$875 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $1,029.35 | $618 – $875 |
| Lightly Played | $823.48 | $494 – $700 |
| Moderately Played | $617.61 | $371 – $525 |
| Heavily Played | $411.74 | $247 – $350 |
| Damaged | $257.34 | $154 – $219 |
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 | $14,601 | $8,761 – $12,411 |
| PSA 9.5 | $7,257 | $4,354 – $6,168 |
| PSA 9 | $5,472 | $3,283 – $4,651 |
| PSA 8 | $3,750 | $2,250 – $3,188 |
| PSA 7 | $2,600 | $1,560 – $2,210 |
| BGS 10 | $18,982 | $11,389 – $16,135 |
| CGC 10 | $7,773 | $4,664 – $6,607 |
| SGC 10 | $8,761 | $5,257 – $7,447 |
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 | $618–$875 | $0 | $0 | $618–$875 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $1,029.35 | −$136.39 | −$0.00 | $892.96 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $977.88 | −$106.49 | −$0.00 | $871.39 | 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. Based on typical English card PSA submission results.
| Grade | Odds | Card Value | You Keep (Net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 15% | $14,601 | $12,624 |
| PSA 9 | 35% | $5,472 | $4,704 |
| PSA 8 | 30% | $3,750 | $3,210 |
| Below 8 | 20% | $1,029 | $850 |
"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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About Alakazam [Gold Star] #99
The Alakazam [Gold Star] #99 from Pokemon Crystal Guardians is a Pokemon trading card. Raw copies in Near Mint condition currently trade around $1,029.35. Professionally graded copies see significant increases — a PSA 10 commands $14,601. Local buyers on Trade Into Cash offer same-day cash at 60–85% of market value.