Blaine's Moltres #146 (Pokemon Japanese Challenge from the Darkness)
Blaine's Moltres #146 from Pokemon Japanese Challenge from the Darkness is worth about $43.86 raw (Near Mint) and $1,145 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $26–$37 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $43.86 | $26 – $37 |
| Lightly Played | $35.09 | $21 – $30 |
| Moderately Played | $26.32 | $16 – $22 |
| Heavily Played | $17.54 | $11 – $15 |
| Damaged | $10.96 | $7 – $9 |
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 | $1,145 | $687 – $973 |
| PSA 9.5 | $259 | $155 – $220 |
| PSA 9 | $200 | $120 – $170 |
| PSA 8 | $95 | $57 – $81 |
| PSA 7 | $66 | $39 – $56 |
| BGS 10 | $1,489 | $893 – $1,266 |
| CGC 10 | $289 | $174 – $246 |
| SGC 10 | $322 | $194 – $274 |
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 | $26–$37 | $0 | $0 | $26–$37 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $43.86 | −$5.81 | −$5.00 | $33.05 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $41.67 | −$4.54 | −$4.00 | $33.13 | 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% | $1,145 | $950 |
| PSA 9 | 30% | $200 | $130 |
| PSA 8 | 15% | $95 | $34 |
| Below 8 | 10% | $44 | $-10 |
"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 Blaine's Moltres #146 (Pokemon Japanese Challenge from the Darkness) currently trades at $43.86 raw. Find a local buyer on Trade Into Cash for same-day cash.