| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
| Card number | SM143 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 120 |
| Artist | Hitoshi Ariga |
| Released | Feb 2017 |
Moltres #SM143 Value (SM Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Among the Sun & Moon Black Star Promos, Moltres SM143 stands out as a traditional Pokémon card rather than a GX release. Hitoshi Ariga supplies the artwork, giving the Kanto Legendary Bird an illustrator-driven identity within a promo series filled with varied styles. Its market position remains above the set midpoint despite a relatively inexpensive raw range.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $9.97 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €12.32 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €9.18 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €10.81 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 85 |
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What sets the price of Moltres #SM143
Moltres #SM143 is a Promo Pokémon card from SM Black Star Promos, the Sun & Moon era (2017). It ranks as number 114 by price out of 310 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +11%, from $8.97 to $9.97. The illustration is by Hitoshi Ariga.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 9 | $84.99 | 4 |
| PSA | 7 | $22.24 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Moltres price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €12.32 | $9.97 |
| Oct 2026 | €9.06 | $9.39 |
| Sep 2026 | €15.47 | $8.83 |
| Aug 2026 | €23.48 | $8.21 |
| Jul 2026 | €25.92 | $7.47 |
| Jun 2026 | €23.94 | $7.47 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Moltres #SM143 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $9.97, the Cardmarket low is €12.32. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Moltres #SM143 rare?
Moltres #SM143 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 114 by price among the 310 cards in SM Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Moltres #SM143 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +11% to about $9.97. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Moltres I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (SM143) 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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