Solgaleo – Cosmic Eclipse (#142)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Solgaleo (#142) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Misa Tsutsui and the Sol Fangs attack (180 damage), Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.88, Cardmarket average sale is €4.75, Floor listings start near €0.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.88
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.45
- Recent low listing: €0.99
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 142
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Misa Tsutsui
- HP
- 170
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Armor of the Sunne
If you have Lunala in play, your Solgaleo and Lunala take 50 less damage from your opponent's attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). You can't apply more than 1 Armor of the Sunne Ability at a time.
Attacks & Strategy
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Sol Fangs
[Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 180
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (45.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Solgaleo from Cosmic Eclipse (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Misa Tsutsui.
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 Solgaleo 142 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Solgaleo's Sol Fangs deals 180 damage for Metal + Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #142 ← Current | 170 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.88 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Solgaleo is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Misa Tsutsui, 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 Solgaleo 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 cards from Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Misa Tsutsui 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: Solgaleo 142 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Misa Tsutsui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Cosmic Eclipse represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Solgaleo have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Solgaleo 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: Solgaleo works best in Metal type decks.