Magneton · Neo Revelation, what to know.
About the Magneton card
Numbered 10 of 66 in Neo Revelation, released in September 2001, Magneton is a Rare Holo, a Stage 1 Metal-type carrying 80 HP.
It evolves from Magnemite, so Magneton is a later-stage card that set-builders usually slot into a full evolution run rather than buy alone.
Illustrated by "Big Mama" Tagawa, CR CG gangs.
Printed on the card, the Magneton Pokédex entry reads: "Three Magnemites are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close."
About Magneton in the Pokémon world
Three Magnemites linked together. Base Set holo Magneton is one of the original 16 holos. Steady graded demand.
What is Magneton worth?
Magneton is a holo rare, one of the cards that holds Neo Revelation's value. The print variant decides most of it: a 1st Edition copy in high grade commands a large premium over a Shadowless or Unlimited one. In top-grade 1st Edition, Neo Revelation holos range from the mid hundreds for the lesser cards up to the set's marquee chase; raw and Unlimited copies trade for a fraction of that. The live market price above shows the current figure by grade.
Print variants and how to spot them
Neo Revelation produced 1st Edition, Unlimited, Shining prints. For Magneton, the print variant can change the price several times over, so identify it before you buy.
Grading and condition
Grading Magneton comes down to the holo surface and the borders. The era's foil scratches easily, so even a pack-fresh Magneton can drop from a 10 to a 9 on a single hairline. Inspect the window at an angle and the corners against the frame.
If you are collecting Magneton
For Magneton, variant comes before condition. A 1st Edition and an Unlimited Magneton are different markets for the same art, so settle the print before you negotiate. Demand a clear photo of the Magneton holo for any raw purchase.
