Alakazam LV.X #42 (Pokemon Japanese Bonds to the End of Time)
Alakazam LV.X #42 from Pokemon Japanese Bonds to the End of Time is worth about $35.03 raw (Near Mint) and $1,220 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $21–$30 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $35.03 | $21 – $30 |
| Lightly Played | $28.02 | $17 – $24 |
| Moderately Played | $21.02 | $13 – $18 |
| Heavily Played | $14.01 | $8 – $12 |
| Damaged | $8.76 | $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 | $1,220 | $732 – $1,037 |
| PSA 9.5 | $248 | $149 – $211 |
| PSA 9 | $225 | $135 – $191 |
| PSA 8 | $183 | $110 – $155 |
| BGS 10 | $1,586 | $952 – $1,348 |
| CGC 10 | $732 | $439 – $622 |
| SGC 10 | $732 | $439 – $622 |
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–$30 | $0 | $0 | $21–$30 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $35.03 | −$4.64 | −$5.00 | $25.39 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $33.28 | −$3.62 | −$4.00 | $25.66 | 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% | $1,220 | $1,015 |
| PSA 9 | 30% | $225 | $152 |
| PSA 8 | 15% | $183 | $115 |
| 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 LV.X #42 (Pokemon Japanese Bonds to the End of Time) currently trades at $35.03 raw. Find a local buyer on Trade Into Cash for same-day cash.