Question 1

What is the current market value of Salamence #SM140?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Salamence (SM Black Star Promos) sits near $6.65. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at 0.0%. Relative to the last 30 days, value is near baseline at $6.71. The 90-day window shows a floor near $4.93 and a peak around $6.74 (27% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Salamence #SM140 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: Weekly drift is minimal (0.0%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. With a 27% 90-day spread ($4.93-$6.74), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($6.71), pricing is near equilibrium. Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +2758% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $124.99, while PSA 10 is $190.09.

Question 3

What is Salamence #SM140 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Salamence appears in SM Black Star Promos, released in 2017. The printed flavor text states: "It flies around on its wings, which have grown in at last. In its happiness, it gushes hot flames, burning up the fields it passes over." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 150. Energy typing is Dragon. This card evolves from Shelgon. Printed ability include "Dragon Wind". Notable move text references "Dragon Claw". It is weak to Fairy type energy. The retreat cost for this card is 3. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Salamence cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Salamence often benchmark it against other Salamence cards. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 6 distinct sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.51 and $9.81 (1824% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($4.09), this card is +62%. Notable alternatives include Salamence #8 (Arceus) at $9.81, Salamence #106 (Celestial Storm) at $0.51, Salamence #57 (Roaring Skies) at $1.64, and Salamence #109 (Evolving Skies) at $0.65.

Question 5

What set is Salamence #SM140 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

SM Black Star Promos entered circulation in 2017. SM Black Star Promos is grouped under the Sun & Moon era. With 250 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 9 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Within this set, Salamence is card number SM140 with a Promo designation.

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