Magneton
Magneton is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Dragon (#17). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $28.49 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Magneton suits collectors working on Dragon who need the Rare slot. Treat $28.49 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Magneton from Dragon?
Magneton is a Pokémon card in Dragon numbered 17. It evolves from Magnemite. National Pokédex #82. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Magneton worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $28.49 for Magneton. Low and high spread runs $29.43 to $399.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $28.49; Normal: $1.54. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Dragon |
|---|---|
| Number | 17 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $28.49 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.91 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $28.49 |
| Normal | $1.54 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Magnemite |
| Magnetic Force | LightningColorless 10× Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to all of your Pokémon (including Magneton). |
| Magnetic Field | Once during your turn (before your attack), if you have basic Energy cards in your discard pile, you may discard any 1 card from your hand. Then search for up to 2 basic Energy cards from your discard pile, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. You can't return the card you first discarded to your hand in this way. This power can't be used if Magneton is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Magneton?
Magneton is listed as Rare in Dragon. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Magneton?
Catalog fields: set Dragon, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Midori Harada. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Magneton (#17) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Dragon. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Magneton is catalogued as Rare printing in Dragon, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $28.49 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $28.49; Normal: $1.54).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $28.49 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Magneton worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $28.49 for ungraded Magneton from Dragon. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Magneton from?
Magneton is listed in Dragon (EX) as card #17. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Magneton?
Our catalog lists Magneton as Rare in Dragon. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Magneton good for collectors or players?
Magneton includes gameplay stats in Dragon. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Magneton?
Grading only makes sense when Magneton appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $28.49, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Magneton?
Finish variants of Magneton carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $28.49; Normal: $1.54 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.