Meltan
Meltan is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from SM Black Star Promos (#SM177). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.48 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Meltan suits collectors working on SM Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Meltan from SM Black Star Promos?
Meltan is a Pokémon card in SM Black Star Promos numbered SM177. It melts particles of iron and other metals found in the subsoil, so it can absorb them into its body of molten steel. National Pokédex #808. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Meltan worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.48 for Meltan. Low and high spread runs $0.75 to $40.18. 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 | SM Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | SM177 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.48 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.09 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Multiply | Metal Search your deck for Meltan and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck. |
| Beam | ColorlessColorless 20 |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Meltan?
Meltan is listed as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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 Meltan?
Catalog fields: set SM Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Shin Nagasawa. 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
Meltan (#SM177) is a promo-line printing from SM Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Meltan is catalogued as Promo printing in SM Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.48.
- Illustrator Shin Nagasawa has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.48 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Meltan worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.48 for ungraded Meltan from SM Black Star Promos. 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 Meltan from?
Meltan is listed in SM Black Star Promos (Sun & Moon) as card #SM177. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Meltan?
Our catalog lists Meltan as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Meltan good for collectors or players?
Meltan includes gameplay stats in SM Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.