Metal Core Barrier
Unbroken Bonds · #232

Metal Core Barrier

Metal Core Barrier is a Rare Secret Pokémon TCG printing from Unbroken Bonds (#232). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.27 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2019. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.

Unbroken Bonds set collectorsHigh-value chase collectorsGraded slab investors UnlimitedExpanded
TCGPlayer market $3.27
Cardmarket trend €5.90
Rarity Rare Secret
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Who is this card for?

Metal Core Barrier suits collectors working on Unbroken Bonds who need the Rare Secret slot. Treat $3.27 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.

What is Metal Core Barrier from Unbroken Bonds?

Metal Core Barrier is a Trainer card in Unbroken Bonds numbered 232. Metal Core Barrier (#232) is a chase-tier Rare Secret printing in Unbroken Bonds. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What is Metal Core Barrier worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.27 for Metal Core Barrier. Low and high spread runs $1.90 to $9.99. 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.

SetUnbroken Bonds
Number232
RarityRare Secret
TCGPlayer USD$3.27
Cardmarket EUR€5.90
Holofoil $3.27

How collectible is Metal Core Barrier?

Metal Core Barrier is listed as Rare Secret in Unbroken Bonds. 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 Metal Core Barrier?

Catalog fields: set Unbroken Bonds, rarity Rare Secret. Illustrated by Studio Bora Inc.. Format status: Expanded. 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

Metal Core Barrier (#232) is a chase-tier Rare Secret printing in Unbroken Bonds. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.

Pros

  • Metal Core Barrier is catalogued as Rare Secret printing in Unbroken Bonds, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.27.

Cons

  • Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.

Verdict: Use $3.27 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Metal Core Barrier worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.27 for ungraded Metal Core Barrier from Unbroken Bonds. 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 Metal Core Barrier from?

Metal Core Barrier is listed in Unbroken Bonds (Sun & Moon) as card #232. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Metal Core Barrier?

Our catalog lists Metal Core Barrier as Rare Secret in Unbroken Bonds. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Metal Core Barrier good for collectors or players?

Metal Core Barrier is primarily a collector reference in Unbroken Bonds. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

Should I grade Metal Core Barrier?

Grading only makes sense when Metal Core Barrier appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $3.27, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.

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Trust & data sources. Cactaur displays catalog and market data from pokemontcg.io embedded TCGPlayer/Cardmarket references. Prices change frequently and are not guarantees.

Cactaur does not authenticate cards or guarantee values. Scan your copy in the iPhone app for condition-aware guidance.

Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-12. Last updated: 2026-06-10.