1.04, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +100% over the last 7 days and +180% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Base Set 2 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Magnemite Pokémon Card
Whether Magnemite is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 198 copies of this card, of which 47 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 23.7%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Magnemite Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Magnemite was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 198 copies to date.
Other Printings of Magnemite
Magnemite appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 80 (around $84.98), Neo Discovery 7 (around $74.07) and Aquapolis 91 (around $62.45).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Magnemite Pokémon Card
The Magnemite pokémon card is a Common card from the Base Set 2 set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Base Set 2 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.51; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Magnemite card from?
Magnemite is from the Base Set 2 set (Base series), numbered 79/130 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Magnemite card?
Magnemite is classified as Common.
How much is the Magnemite 79/130 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.51, within a recent range of roughly $0.15 to
Is the Magnemite card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 198 copies so far, with about 23.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Magnemite?
PSA has graded 198 copies, of which 47 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 23.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
Are there other printings of Magnemite?
Yes. Magnemite appears on 47 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
