Melmetal – Pokémon GO (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Melmetal (#48) is a Rare Holo Vmax card from Sword & Shield - Pokémon GO released in 2022. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Tsuji and the G-Max Juggernaut attack (160+ damage), This attack does 60 more damage for each extra Metal Energy attached to this Pokémon (in addition to this attack's cost). You can't add more than 120 damage in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.66, Cardmarket average sale is €1.25, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.66
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.29
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Pokémon GO
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Vmax
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Tsuji
- HP
- 330
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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G-Max Juggernaut
[Metal, Metal, Metal]
— 160+
This attack does 60 more damage for each extra Metal Energy attached to this Pokémon (in addition to this attack's cost). You can't add more than 120 damage in this way.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Melmetal from Pokémon GO (Rare Holo Vmax) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Tsuji.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Melmetal 48 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Melmetal's G-Max Juggernaut deals 160+ damage for Metal + Metal + Metal energy. Special effect: This attack does 60 more damage for each extra Metal Energy attached to this Pokémon (in addition to...
Stats Overview: 330 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pokémon GO #48 ← Current | 330 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Vmax | $1.66 |
�📦 Pokémon GO Set Context
This Melmetal is part of the Pokémon GO expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Tsuji, 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 Melmetal 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
- Rare Holo Vmax cards from Pokémon GO are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Tsuji resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Melmetal 48 was released in 2022 in the Pokémon GO expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by PLANETA Tsuji. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Pokémon GO represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Melmetal with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Melmetal 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
- Pair with Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Melmetal works best in Metal type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.