Question 1

What is the current market value of Steelix #38?

Accepted Answer

Steelix from Diamond & Pearl is currently trading around $1.28. Its 7-day trend is positive, up 88.2%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($0.76), by 69.5%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.64 and $1.70, producing a 83% range and high-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Rare.

Question 2

Is Steelix #38 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Recent direction is upward at 88.2%; current pricing is 100% above the 90-day floor. The 90-day range spans $0.64 to $1.70 (83% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Current value is 69.5% above its 30-day reference ($0.76). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Steelix #38 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Steelix is a Diamond & Pearl card from the 2007 release window. The printed flavor text states: "Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 110. Energy typing is Metal. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. As an evolution, Steelix develops from Onix. Attack line includes "Slam" and "Metal Slash". This card is weak to Fire energy and resists Psychic. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Steelix cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Steelix often benchmark it against other Steelix cards. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 4 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $1.04 and $154.00 (14708% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($49.45), this card is -97%. Notable alternatives include Steelix #79 (Plasma Freeze) at $1.73, Steelix #28 (Stormfront) at $1.04, Steelix #35 (Aquapolis) at $154.00, and Steelix #H23 (Aquapolis) at $7.04.

Question 5

What set is Steelix #38 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Diamond & Pearl is 2007. Diamond & Pearl is grouped under the Diamond & Pearl era. The checklist contains 130 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 19 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the Diamond & Pearl checklist, Steelix occupies position #38 as a Rare card.

Steelix #38

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