Question 1

What is the current market value of Haunter #42?

Accepted Answer

For Haunter in Arceus, the current reference price is $1.36. Price action is stable over 7 days, moving only +0.6%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($1.28), by 6.6%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $1.07 and $1.36, producing a 21% range and moderate-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Uncommon.

Question 2

Is Haunter #42 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at +0.6%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. Observed 90-day bounds of $1.07 and $1.36 create a 21% band, matching a moderate-volatility profile. Versus the 30-day average ($1.28), the card is trading 6.6% higher. Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +7253% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $20.95, while PSA 10 is $100.00.

Question 3

What is Haunter #42 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2009, Arceus introduced this print of Haunter. The printed flavor text states: "It likes to lurk in the dark and tap shoulders with a gaseous hand. Its touch causes endless shuddering." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Uncommon. Printed HP is 80. Energy typing is Psychic. This card evolves from Gastly. Notable move text references "Psyshot" and "Shadow Bind". Weakness: Darkness. Resistance: Colorless. The retreat cost for this card is 1. Uncommon-tier prints usually balance accessibility with moderate collector demand.

Question 4

What are the alternative Haunter cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Haunter often benchmark it against other Haunter cards. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.12 and $57.27 (47625% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($9.71), this card is -86%. Notable alternatives include Haunter #59 (BREAKthrough) at $0.37, Haunter #84 (Sword & Shield) at $0.15, Haunter #49 (Perfect Order) at $0.20, and Haunter #124 (Ascended Heroes) at $0.12.

Question 5

What set is Haunter #42 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Arceus entered circulation in 2009. Arceus is grouped under the Platinum era. The checklist contains 111 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 17 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Haunter (#42) is one of the Uncommon prints in this expansion.

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