Question 1

What is the current market value of Carbink #143?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Carbink (Lost Thunder) sits near $0.31. Price action is stable over 7 days, moving only -0.9%. Current value trails the 30-day mean ($0.34) by 7.6%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.26 and $0.37, producing a 35% range and moderate-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Uncommon.

Question 2

Is Carbink #143 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: The latest week is near flat (-0.9%), suggesting consolidation rather than breakout behavior. The 90-day range spans $0.26 to $0.37 (35% spread), which indicates moderate-volatility behavior. Versus the 30-day average ($0.34), the card is trading 7.6% lower. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Carbink #143 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Carbink is a Lost Thunder card from the 2018 release window. Card flavor text reads: "Although this Pokémon is not especially rare, its glittering, jewel-draped body draws attention from people." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Uncommon. Printed HP is 90. Energy typing is Fairy. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Attack line includes "Wonder Ray" and "Power Gem". This card is weak to Metal energy and resists Darkness. It requires 1 energy to retreat. Uncommon-tier prints usually balance accessibility with moderate collector demand.

Question 4

What are the alternative Carbink cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Carbink printings create a useful comparison set for Carbink. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 4 sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.08 to $5.71 (7038% spread). The current card sits -72% versus the sampled alternative average of $1.12. Notable alternatives include Carbink #117 (Ascended Heroes) at $0.08, Carbink #242 (Ascended Heroes) at $5.71, Carbink #108 (Lost Origin) at $0.14, and Carbink #117 (Lost Thunder) at $0.16.

Question 5

What set is Carbink #143 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Lost Thunder entered circulation in 2018. Series classification for this set is Sun & Moon. With 240 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 8 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Within this set, Carbink is card number 143 with a Uncommon designation.

Carbink #143

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