Slowpoke STANDARD PSA 10
Pokemon Card 151 · Japanese Print · Card #079
Currently Sourcing from Japan
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Japanese version
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We source Japanese PSA 10 copies separately — typical turnaround 7–14 days once someone requests this language.
Card Background & Set Context
Slowpoke is a Generation I water/psychic-type Pokemon (Pokedex #079, Red/Blue 1996), notable for its slow disposition and the Galarian variant introduced in Sword & Shield. In Pokemon TCG, Slowpoke has appeared in many sets but holds particular significance in Pokemon Card 151 as part of the Kanto-throwback completion. The set launched 16 June 2023 and immediately stocked-out at retailer level with secondary booster-box prices reaching 3× MSRP within weeks. Slowpoke standard print was one of the bulk-tier cards distributed to fill master-set completion demand.
Investment Analysis
Pokemon Card 151 (sv2a) has been one of the most demanded Japanese sets of the 2020s, but value within the set is heavily concentrated in chase variants. Slowpoke sv2a-079 sits in the standard-tier completion slot. Expected Japanese market floor ¥40-150 NM (estimated, no current market data in input row), driven by master-set completion demand. PSA 10 gem rate estimated 70-85% given 2023 print quality; lift over raw NM marginal at 1.5-3×. The Art Rare Slowpoke variant (numbered higher in sv2a-AR range) trades at 8-25× the standard-print price. Capital allocation thesis: bulk-completion play unless pivoting to AR variants for portfolio appreciation.
Risks to Watch
Direct reprint risk is low; the sv2a set has not been reissued in identical form. Standard-slot bulk underperforms chase-tier appreciation in capital-allocation terms. JPY/HKD FX 3-7% per quarter.
Global Market Comparison
No sold-comp history yet for this card. Our price above reflects our own sourcing + margin; region benchmarks will populate as we ingest more data.
Card Background & Set Context
Slowpoke is a Generation I water/psychic-type Pokemon (Pokedex #079, Red/Blue 1996), notable for its slow disposition and the Galarian variant introduced in Sword & Shield. In Pokemon TCG, Slowpoke has appeared in many sets but holds particular significance in Pokemon Card 151 as part of the Kanto-throwback completion. The set launched 16 June 2023 and immediately stocked-out at retailer level with secondary booster-box prices reaching 3× MSRP within weeks. Slowpoke standard print was one of the bulk-tier cards distributed to fill master-set completion demand.
Investment Analysis
Pokemon Card 151 (sv2a) has been one of the most demanded Japanese sets of the 2020s, but value within the set is heavily concentrated in chase variants. Slowpoke sv2a-079 sits in the standard-tier completion slot. Expected Japanese market floor ¥40-150 NM (estimated, no current market data in input row), driven by master-set completion demand. PSA 10 gem rate estimated 70-85% given 2023 print quality; lift over raw NM marginal at 1.5-3×. The Art Rare Slowpoke variant (numbered higher in sv2a-AR range) trades at 8-25× the standard-print price. Capital allocation thesis: bulk-completion play unless pivoting to AR variants for portfolio appreciation.
Japanese vs English & Variants
Within sv2a, Slowpoke has at least two prints: the standard-art sv2a-079 and the Art Rare illustration in the higher-numbered AR range. The AR variant typically commands 8-25× the standard-print price. Cross-set Slowpoke comparisons span 1996 Base Set Slowpoke (first-edition holo premium), various Galar-era prints, and theme deck reprints.
Authentication & Cert Verification
sv2a set symbol bottom-left with the Pokemon Card 151 logo. Genuine 2023-era Japanese cards show standard purple Pokemon back-print, sharp colour saturation, and rarity-symbol centring. Counterfeits target high-value sv2a cards (Charizard SAR, Mew UR), with standard-slot fakes rarer due to low resale value.
Risks to Watch
Direct reprint risk is low; the sv2a set has not been reissued in identical form. Standard-slot bulk underperforms chase-tier appreciation in capital-allocation terms. JPY/HKD FX 3-7% per quarter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Background reading: general FAQ · how Poke10 sources · shipping & duties · all sets
Is sv2a-079 numbered for Slowpoke's Pokedex entry?
Yes. Pokemon Card 151 numbers each card to match Pokedex entry; Slowpoke (Pokedex #079) becomes sv2a-079.
Is the Art Rare Slowpoke worth more?
Yes. The Art Rare variant trades 8-25× the standard sv2a-079 price due to illustrative art and lower pull rate.
Should I grade sv2a-079?
Generally no. Standard-slot bulk has high gem rate (70-85%) and modest 1.5-3× PSA 10 lift; grading fees often exceed net upside.
Is sv2a still in print?
Boosters are limited at retailer level since launch; secondary market boosters trade at 200-300% of original MSRP.
Does Slowpoke have a Galarian variant?
Yes. Galarian Slowpoke was introduced in Sword & Shield Crown Tundra DLC; this is the Generation I original form.
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Data Sources & References
- PSA grade & population: psacard.com/pop — authoritative PSA population report
- Japan market reference: snkrdunk.com
- US market reference: pricecharting.com
- Card image & metadata: Pokemon TCG API
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