Question 1

What is the current market value of Zapdos #48?

Accepted Answer

Zapdos (Supreme Victors) is presently valued at about $5.01 in raw condition. Its 7-day trend is positive, up 8.9%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($4.04), by 24.1%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $3.61 and $5.01, producing a 28% range and moderate-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare.

Question 2

Is Zapdos #48 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Short-term momentum is positive (8.9% over 7 days), while the card sits 39% above its 90-day low. With a 28% 90-day spread ($3.61-$5.01), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($4.04), the card is trading 24.1% higher. Graded comparison currently centers on PSA 9 near $38.99, representing +678% over raw value.

Question 3

What is Zapdos #48 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Zapdos appears in Supreme Victors, released in 2009. Card flavor text reads: "A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 100. Energy typing is Lightning. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. Card subtype classification is Basic. Attack line includes "Drill Peck" and "Lightning Wing". This card is weak to Lightning energy and resists Fighting. The retreat cost for this card is 2. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Zapdos cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Zapdos checklist helps contextualize this specific Zapdos print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.22 and $4.45 (1923% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($1.21), this card is +313%. Notable alternatives include Zapdos #65 (Twilight Masquerade) at $0.22, Zapdos #157 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) at $1.29, Zapdos #29 (Pokémon GO) at $0.42, and Zapdos #48 (Vivid Voltage) at $0.45.

Question 5

What set is Zapdos #48 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Supreme Victors is 2009. It belongs to the Platinum series. Set size is 153 cards, which categorizes Supreme Victors as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 17 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the Supreme Victors checklist, Zapdos occupies position #48 as a Rare card.

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