Metal-energy – Generations (#82)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Metal-energy (#82) is a Common card from XY - Generations released in 2016. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.59, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.59
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.02
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Generations
- Card Number
- 82
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Metal-energy from Generations (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card showcases quality artwork.
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 Metal-energy 82 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generations #82 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Common | $0.59 |
�📦 Generations Set Context
This Metal-energy is part of the Generations expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Metal-energy 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
- Common cards from Generations are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Metal-energy 82 was released in 2016 in the Generations expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Set Popularity: Generations 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 Metal-energy 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