Team magma belt – Team Magma vs Team Aqua (#81)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Team magma belt (#81) is an Uncommon card from EX - Team Magma vs Team Aqua released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.22, Cardmarket average sale is €0.61, Floor listings start near €0.09.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.58
- Recent low listing: €0.09
Card Details
- Set
- Team Magma vs Team Aqua
- Card Number
- 81
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Team magma belt from Team Magma vs Team Aqua (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Team magma belt 81 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Magma vs Team Aqua #81 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Uncommon | $1.22 |
�📦 Team Magma vs Team Aqua Set Context
This Team magma belt is part of the Team Magma vs Team Aqua expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Team magma belt card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Team Magma vs Team Aqua are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Team magma belt 81 was released in 2004 in the Team Magma vs Team Aqua expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Magma vs Team Aqua is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Team magma belt card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards