| Set | Arceus |
| Card number | 8 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 140 |
| Artist | Shin Nagasawa |
| Released | Nov 2009 |
Salamence #8 Value (Arceus)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Salamence is a Rare Holo from the Arceus set of the Platinum series, released in late 2009. The card showcases the dragon-type legendary in holographic form with artwork by Shin Nagasawa and occupies a solid mid-level position within the set.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $10.25 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €14.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €13.73 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €22.54 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 178 |
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Why Salamence #8 is priced where it is
Salamence #8 is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from Arceus, the Platinum era (2009). It ranks as number 20 by price out of 111 cards in the set. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($10.25 to $10.25). The illustration is by Shin Nagasawa.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $221.95 | 1 |
| CGC | 9 | $37.83 | 4 |
| CGC | 8 | $88.77 | 1 |
| PSA | 9 | $70.95 | 2 |
| PSA | 8 | $204.15 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $35.42 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Salamence price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €14.99 | $10.25 |
| Oct 2026 | €9.39 | $10.25 |
| Sep 2026 | €9.12 | $8.96 |
| Aug 2026 | €7.91 | $8.36 |
| Jul 2026 | €7.14 | $7.38 |
| Jun 2026 | €7.00 | $5.70 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Salamence #8 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $10.25, the Cardmarket low is €14.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Salamence #8 rare?
Salamence #8 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 20 by price among the 111 cards in Arceus. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Salamence #8 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $10.25.
How do I check which printing of Salamence I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (8) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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