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Rayquaza [1st Edition] #43 (Pokemon Japanese Holon Research)
Rayquaza [1st Edition] #43 from Pokemon Japanese Holon Research is worth about $59.05 raw (Near Mint) and $3,100 in PSA 10 as of Aug 24, 2026. Trade-in offers typically run $35–$50 raw.
Raw Trade-In Value by Condition
| Condition | Market | Cash Offer Range |
|---|---|---|
| Near Mint | $59.05 | $35 – $50 |
| Lightly Played | $47.24 | $28 – $40 |
| Moderately Played | $35.43 | $21 – $30 |
| Heavily Played | $23.62 | $14 – $20 |
| Damaged | $14.76 | $9 – $13 |
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 | $3,100 | $1,860 – $2,635 |
| PSA 9.5 | $408 | $245 – $347 |
| PSA 9 | $371 | $223 – $315 |
| PSA 8 | $293 | $176 – $249 |
| PSA 7 | $25 | $15 – $21 |
| BGS 10 | $4,030 | $2,418 – $3,426 |
| CGC 10 | $1,860 | $1,116 – $1,581 |
| SGC 10 | $1,860 | $1,116 – $1,581 |
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 | $35–$50 | $0 | $0 | $35–$50 | Same day |
| Sell on eBay | $59.05 | −$7.82 | −$5.00 | $46.23 | 2–4 wks |
| Sell on TCGplayer | $56.10 | −$6.11 | −$4.00 | $45.99 | 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% | $3,100 | $2,646 |
| PSA 9 | 30% | $371 | $279 |
| PSA 8 | 15% | $293 | $211 |
| Below 8 | 10% | $59 | $3 |
"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 Rayquaza [1st Edition] #43
The Rayquaza [1st Edition] #43 from Pokemon Japanese Holon Research is a Pokemon trading card. Raw copies in Near Mint condition currently trade around $59.05. Professionally graded copies see significant increases — a PSA 10 commands $3,100. Local buyers on Trade Into Cash offer same-day cash at 60–85% of market value.