Metagross
Metagross is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Ancient Origins (#49). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.69 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Metagross suits collectors working on Ancient Origins who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Metagross from Ancient Origins?
Metagross is a Pokémon card in Ancient Origins numbered 49. Metang combined to form it. With four brains, it has the intelligence of a supercomputer. National Pokédex #376. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Metagross worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.69 for Metagross. Low and high spread runs $0.25 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.69; Normal: $0.33. 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 | Ancient Origins |
|---|---|
| Number | 49 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.69 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.59 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.69 |
| Normal | $0.33 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 150 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Evolves from | Metang |
| Iron Cannon | MetalMetalColorlessColorless 80+ You may discard all Metal Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you do, this attack does 80 more damage. |
| Magnetic Warp | Once during your turn (before your attack), you may switch your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Metagross?
Metagross is listed as Rare in Ancient Origins. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Metagross?
Catalog fields: set Ancient Origins, rarity Rare. Illustrated by kirisAki. 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
Metagross from Ancient Origins should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Metagross is catalogued as Rare printing in Ancient Origins, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.69 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.69; Normal: $0.33).
- Illustrator kirisAki 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 $0.69 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Metagross worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.69 for ungraded Metagross from Ancient Origins. 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 Metagross from?
Metagross is listed in Ancient Origins (XY) as card #49. 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 Metagross?
Our catalog lists Metagross as Rare in Ancient Origins. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Metagross good for collectors or players?
Metagross includes gameplay stats in Ancient Origins. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Metagross?
Finish variants of Metagross carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $0.69; Normal: $0.33 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.