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Energy Retrieval [1st Edition] #81 (Pokemon Base Set)
Energy Retrieval [1st Edition] #81 from Pokemon Base Set is worth about $24.94 raw (Near Mint) and $322 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $15–$21 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $24.94 | $15 – $21 |
| Lightly Played | $19.95 | $12 – $17 |
| Moderately Played | $14.96 | $9 – $13 |
| Heavily Played | $9.98 | $6 – $8 |
| Damaged | $6.24 | $4 – $5 |
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 | $322 | $194 – $274 |
| PSA 9.5 | $94 | $56 – $80 |
| PSA 9 | $90 | $54 – $77 |
| PSA 8 | $40 | $24 – $34 |
| PSA 7 | $34 | $20 – $28 |
| BGS 10 | $419 | $251 – $356 |
| CGC 10 | $125 | $75 – $106 |
| SGC 10 | $194 | $116 – $165 |
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 | $15–$21 | $0 | $0 | $15–$21 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $24.94 | −$3.30 | −$5.00 | $16.64 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $23.69 | −$2.58 | −$4.00 | $17.11 | 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% | $322 | $237 |
| PSA 9 | 35% | $90 | $31 |
| PSA 8 | 30% | $40 | $-13 |
| Below 8 | 20% | $25 | $-26 |
"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 Energy Retrieval [1st Edition] #81 (Pokemon Base Set) currently trades at $24.94 raw. Find a local buyer on Trade Into Cash for same-day cash.