Question 1

What is the current market value of Lapras #79?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Lapras (Platinum) sits near $0.48. Compared with last week, pricing is 4.3% higher. It now sits 5.6% above its 30-day average of $0.45. The 90-day window shows a floor near $0.34 and a peak around $0.92 (121% total spread), which maps to high-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Common.

Question 2

Is Lapras #79 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: Recent direction is upward at 4.3%; current pricing is 41% above the 90-day floor. The 90-day range spans $0.34 to $0.92 (121% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Current value is 5.6% above its 30-day reference ($0.45). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Lapras #79 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Lapras is a Platinum card from the 2009 release window. The printed flavor text states: "It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 80. Energy typing is Water. It carries a Basic subtype designation. The printed attacks highlight "Grind" and "Ice Beam". It is weak to Metal type energy. Common-tier prints are typically the most accessible entries for set completion.

Question 4

What are the alternative Lapras cards available?

Accepted Answer

Lapras sits within a broader pool of Lapras variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 4 distinct sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.76-$17.89, a 2254% band. Against the sample mean of $6.91, this card is -93%. Notable alternatives include Lapras #10 (Fossil) at $17.89, Lapras #25 (Fossil) at $17.89, Lapras #17 (Plasma Blast) at $1.14, and Lapras #25 (Next Destinies) at $0.76.

Question 5

What set is Lapras #79 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Platinum was released in 2009. It belongs to the Platinum series. With 133 listed cards, this is a mid-size set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 17 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the Platinum checklist, Lapras occupies position #79 as a Common card.

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