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Lugia [1st Edition] #9 (Pokemon Neo Genesis)
Lugia [1st Edition] #9 from Pokemon Neo Genesis is worth about $1,927.69 raw (Near Mint) and $73,297 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $1,157–$1,639 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $1,927.69 | $1,157 – $1,639 |
| Lightly Played | $1,542.15 | $925 – $1,311 |
| Moderately Played | $1,156.61 | $694 – $983 |
| Heavily Played | $771.08 | $463 – $655 |
| Damaged | $481.92 | $289 – $410 |
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 | $73,297 | $43,978 – $62,302 |
| PSA 9.5 | $13,266 | $7,959 – $11,276 |
| PSA 9 | $7,799 | $4,679 – $6,629 |
| PSA 8 | $5,600 | $3,360 – $4,760 |
| PSA 7 | $3,702 | $2,221 – $3,147 |
| BGS 10 | $95,286 | $57,172 – $80,993 |
| CGC 10 | $12,522 | $7,513 – $10,644 |
| SGC 10 | $43,978 | $26,387 – $37,381 |
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 | $1,157–$1,639 | $0 | $0 | $1,157–$1,639 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $1,927.69 | −$255.42 | −$0.00 | $1,672.27 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $1,831.31 | −$199.43 | −$0.00 | $1,631.88 | 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% | $73,297 | $63,542 |
| PSA 9 | 35% | $7,799 | $6,723 |
| PSA 8 | 30% | $5,600 | $4,815 |
| Below 8 | 20% | $1,928 | $1,629 |
"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 Lugia [1st Edition] #9
The Lugia [1st Edition] #9 from Pokemon Neo Genesis is a Pokemon trading card. Raw copies in Near Mint condition currently trade around $1,927.69. Professionally graded copies see significant increases — a PSA 10 commands $73,297. Local buyers on Trade Into Cash offer same-day cash at 60–85% of market value.