| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
| Card number | SM181 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 150 |
| Artist | TOKIYA |
| Released | Feb 2017 |
Melmetal #SM181 Value (SM Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Melmetal SM181 appears as a promo card within the 2017 Sun & Moon Black Star set, rendered by artist TOKIYA. Its pricing ranks it towards the lower middle of 310 promos available at the time.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $79.26 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €5.95 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €8.65 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €11.71 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 70 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Why Melmetal #SM181 is priced where it is
Melmetal #SM181 is a Promo Pokémon card from SM Black Star Promos, the Sun & Moon era (2017). It ranks as number 180 by price out of 310 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +1,701%, from $4.40 to $79.26. The illustration is by TOKIYA.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 7 | $50.00 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Melmetal price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €5.95 | $79.26 |
| Oct 2026 | €5.74 | $66.79 |
| Sep 2026 | €5.55 | $4.30 |
| Aug 2026 | €5.24 | $4.35 |
| Jul 2026 | €4.96 | $3.87 |
| Jun 2026 | €4.99 | $2.88 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Melmetal #SM181 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $79.26, the Cardmarket low is €5.95. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Melmetal #SM181 rare?
Melmetal #SM181 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 180 by price among the 310 cards in SM Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Melmetal #SM181 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +1,701% to about $79.26. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Melmetal I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (SM181) 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.
Other Melmetal printings
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