Question 1

What is the current market value of Primeape #18?

Accepted Answer

For Primeape in Southern Islands, the current reference price is $34.94. The 7-day delta remains near neutral at -0.6%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($30.70), by 13.8%. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $18.49 to $35.73 (49% spread), a moderate-volatility profile. Rarity classification for this copy is Common.

Question 2

Is Primeape #18 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Weekly drift is minimal (-0.6%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. With a 49% 90-day spread ($18.49-$35.73), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($30.70), the card is trading 13.8% higher. Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Primeape #18 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Primeape is a Southern Islands card from the 2001 release window. The printed flavor text states: "This Pokémon only calms down when there are no other animals or people around—which means no one has ever seen it when it's not angry." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 60. Energy typing is Fighting. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. As an evolution, Primeape develops from Mankey. The printed attacks highlight "Low Kick" and "Rampage". It is weak to Psychic type energy. Common-tier prints are typically the most accessible entries for set completion.

Question 4

What are the alternative Primeape cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Primeape printings create a useful comparison set for Primeape. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 6 distinct sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.02 to $21.63 (108050% spread). The current card sits +781% versus the sampled alternative average of $3.96. Notable alternatives include Primeape #43 (Pitch Black) at $0.02, Primeape #43 (Jungle) at $0.54, Primeape #59 (Legendary Collection) at $1.03, and Primeape #60 (Plasma Freeze) at $0.11.

Question 5

What set is Primeape #18 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Southern Islands entered circulation in 2001. It belongs to the Other series. The checklist contains 18 cards, placing it in a compact expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 25 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Primeape is card number 18 with a Common designation.

Primeape #18

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