Master Ball #143
Master Ball #143 sits in the E-Card series and carries a live market value of $24.50, backed by real TCGplayer and Cardmarket data.
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By CardLedger Research · Market data updated · Prices from TCGplayer & Cardmarket
Net estimates use each marketplace's default seller tier and typical shipping — fees vary by category, account status and payment method, so confirm current rates before selling.
Demand for Master Ball #143 rose this week. If you're cashing out, this is a strong window; holders can wait for more upside.
Master Ball at a glance
- 7-day average €1.23; 30-day average €1.16.
- Live market value $24.50 for the Reverse Holofoil print.
- Rarity: Uncommon.
- Cardmarket trend price €1.44.
- Expedition Base Set, E-Card series, 2002.
Master Ball price by printing
Live TCGplayer and Cardmarket values for Master Ball #143.
TCGplayer prices, updated 2026/10/26.
- Low
- $16.38
- Mid
- $40.05
- High
- —
- Low
- $1.49
- Mid
- $2.37
- High
- —
Cardmarket pricing (EUR)
Cardmarket data updated 2026/10/26.
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About Master Ball #143
Master Ball is the #143 of 165 card in Expedition Base Set, a vintage-era set released in 2002 as part of the E-Card series. This Trainer is used in decks as well as collections.
Artwork is by Keiji Kinebuchi; the Reverse Holofoil printing sits around $24.50, spanning $16.38–— between the cheapest and priciest listings.
Card facts
- Set
- Expedition Base Set
- Series
- E-Card
- Number
- #143 / 165
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Illustrator
- Keiji Kinebuchi
- Released
- 2002/09/15
Master Ball attacks, abilities & battle stats
Printed card text and battle statistics for Master Ball #143 — the playability layer behind the price.
Battle stats
- Retreat cost
- —
- Attacks
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Master Ball price analysis
What drives the current market value of Master Ball #143.
There are 2 tracked printings here — Reverse Holofoil at $24.50, Normal at $2.31.
At $24.50, Master Ball draws committed collectors — presentation and centring directly affect the sale price.
At $24.50, Master Ball draws committed collectors — presentation and centring directly affect the sale price.
In EUR, Master Ball trends at €1.44 on Cardmarket (avg sold €1.26, lowest NM €0.08).
Master Ball price history & movement
The card is heating up: the 7-day average sold price is €1.23, 6.0% above the 30-day average of €1.16.
The most recent 24-hour average is €0.50, and Cardmarket's trend price sits at €1.44.
Master Ball has been tracked here for 4 days, ranging from $22.17 to $24.50; the latest value sits at 100% of that recorded range — at the high end of the band.
Recorded volatility runs near 5% per day, with a maximum drawdown of 0% over the tracked window.
Cardmarket averages
Price fingerprint
Built from CardLedger's own daily snapshots · 4 days tracked · latest
Real recorded values from our daily TCGplayer snapshots — not estimates or back-filled history. Methodology
How much would you net selling Master Ball?
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Selling Master Ball at $24.50 nets roughly $20.95 on eBay, $21.08 on TCGplayer, $22.93 via Cardmarket, $21.53 on Whatnot or $24.50 direct — the platform you pick is worth up to $3.55.
High-fee marketplaces reach the biggest buyer pool, while direct and low-commission routes keep more margin but move slower — adjust the widget below for your own shipping and price.
Your sale
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Should you grade Master Ball?
Model the break-even and PSA 9 vs PSA 10 profit on grading Master Ball #143 against today's raw market value.
Grading plan
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Estimated graded values below are a transparent starting point based on the raw price band — edit them with real graded comps before deciding.
At $24.50 raw and $40.00 all-in grading cost, a PSA 10 nets $13.28 versus selling raw, a PSA 9 nets —. You need a graded sale of $70.48 to break even on grading.
At your stated grade odds the expected profit is — (-13.4% return on cost basis).
Grading costs, turnaround and grade outcomes vary by service and card. The estimated PSA 9 and PSA 10 values are heuristics, not predictions — always sanity-check against recent graded sold listings before committing. This is a modelling tool, not financial advice.
Master Ball within Expedition Base Set
Master Ball ranks #133 of 155 tracked Expedition Base Set cards by market value, against a set median of $65.00.
That is 62% below the middle of the set — a top-15% position.
The set's top card is Dragonite (#9), valued at $949.79.
What makes Master Ball valuable
- Keiji Kinebuchi illustrated this card, which adds appeal for artist-focused collectors.
- Master Ball is a Trainer, so its value leans on deck utility and set builders.
- At $24.50 it is liquid enough to sell on major marketplaces, and its steady supply status means buyers compete for clean copies.
- Master Ball dates to 2002, and vintage-era supply cannot increase, which underpins long-term collector value.
- At Uncommon rarity, Master Ball is widely available — its value comes from playability and condition.
Buying & selling Master Ball
- Check sold listings rather than asking prices — the Reverse Holofoil market of $24.50 reflects actual transactions on TCGplayer.
- Bulk lots of Master Ball can hide condition issues; inspect edges and holo surfaces before paying near the — high.
- Expedition Base Set was released in 2002; sealed product from this era is limited, so raw singles appreciate with collector demand.
- Centring and surface condition matter most on Uncommon cards; a clean copy of Master Ball can realise well above the $16.38 low end.
- Because it is a Trainer card, Master Ball has both collector and player demand — a broader buyer pool than purely collectible cards.
Master Ball value questions
What is Master Ball #143 worth?
Live pricing puts the Reverse Holofoil print at $24.50 (low $16.38, high —); the Cardmarket trend is €1.44.
Should I buy Master Ball?
As a vintage-era Uncommon card it is trending up in the short term (6.0% on the 7-day vs 30-day average). Finite supply supports long-term value.
What rarity is Master Ball?
Master Ball is a Uncommon card from Expedition Base Set (E-Card series, 2002). It sits in a common-to-mid rarity tier, so condition and variant matter more than raw scarcity.
Which versions of Master Ball are there?
TCGplayer tracks 2 printings: Reverse Holofoil ($24.50), Normal ($2.31). Prices differ between variants, so always confirm which one you own or are buying.
Where is Master Ball sold?
The main marketplaces are TCGplayer (USD), Cardmarket (EUR) and eBay. Current TCGplayer market is $24.50. When selling, compare net proceeds after fees — eBay and TCGplayer typically charge 9–13%, while direct sales carry lower or no fees.
Why does Master Ball cost what it does?
Four factors dominate: the Uncommon rarity tier, the vintage-era E-Card set pedigree, playability (Trainer), and condition. Artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi also matters to collector demand.
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