Question 1

What is the current market value of Salamence #8?

Accepted Answer

Salamence (Dragon Vault) is presently valued at about $4.49 in raw condition. Week-over-week change is limited (+0.6%), indicating short-term stability. That is close to the 30-day average of $4.43. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $4.24 to $4.49 (6% spread), a low-volatility profile. This version is categorized as Rare Holo.

Question 2

Is Salamence #8 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Collector-focused market read: Weekly drift is minimal (+0.6%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. With a 6% 90-day spread ($4.24-$4.49), this card currently tracks as low-volatility. Current value remains close to its 30-day mean ($4.43). Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +2417% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $46.71, while PSA 10 is $113.00.

Question 3

What is Salamence #8 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2012, Dragon Vault introduced this print of Salamence. Card flavor text reads: "As a result of its long-held dream of flying, its cellular structure changed, and wings grew out." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo. Printed HP is 140. Energy typing is Dragon. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. This card evolves from Shelgon. Notable ability on this print: "Scornful Storm". The printed attacks highlight "Shred". Dragon weakness applies to this print. It requires 2 energy to retreat. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Salamence cards available?

Accepted Answer

Salamence sits within a broader pool of Salamence variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.51 and $9.81 (1824% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($4.27), this card is +5%. Notable alternatives include Salamence #8 (Arceus) at $9.81, Salamence #106 (Celestial Storm) at $0.51, Salamence #57 (Roaring Skies) at $1.60, and Salamence #109 (Evolving Skies) at $0.68.

Question 5

What set is Salamence #8 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Dragon Vault was released in 2012. Dragon Vault is grouped under the Black & White era. Set size is 21 cards, which categorizes Dragon Vault as compact. As of 2026, the set is 14 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Salamence is card number 8 with a Rare Holo designation.

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