| Set | Expedition Base Set |
| Card number | 52 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 30 |
| Artist | Mitsuhiro Arita |
| Released | Sep 2002 |
Magby #52 Value (Expedition Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Magby is a rare Pokémon card from the 2002 Expedition Base Set's E-Card series, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. It ranks toward the lower end of the set in value but includes notable artwork of the red baby fire Pokémon.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $9.04 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €7.90 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €6.57 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €11.00 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 197 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $66.35 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
What sets the price of Magby #52
Magby #52 is a Rare Pokémon card from Expedition Base Set, the E-Card era (2002). It ranks as number 88 by price out of 165 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 7.3x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -44%, from $16.03 to $9.04. The illustration is by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $133.38 | 2 |
| CGC | 9 | $37.47 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $20.85 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $66.35 | 1 |
| PSA | 9 | $61.07 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $44.22 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $26.53 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Magby price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €7.90 | $8.80 |
| Oct 2026 | €7.99 | $9.69 |
| Sep 2026 | €8.00 | $16.03 |
| Aug 2026 | €8.00 | $16.03 |
| Jul 2026 | €7.41 | $12.12 |
| Jun 2026 | €5.90 | $5.07 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Magby #52 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $9.04, a PSA 10 sells for around $66.35 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €7.90. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Magby #52 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Magby #52 sells for about $66.35 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $9.04 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Magby #52 rare?
Magby #52 is printed at Rare rarity and ranks number 88 by price among the 165 cards in Expedition Base Set. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Magby #52 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -44% to about $9.04. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Magby #52 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $57.31 over raw (7.3x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Magby I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (52) 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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