Magnemite 43 / 135 Pokemon Card from Plasma Storm Set

About the Magnemite Pokémon Card

Magnemite is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Plasma Storm set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 43/135 and is classified as Common. The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.

The card includes the flavor text: “The electromagnetic waves emitted by the units at the sides of its head expel antigravity, which allows it to float.”.

Magnemite Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Magnemite

Card number: 43/135

Set: Plasma Storm

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 60

Artist: match

Release date: February 6, 2013

National Pokédex number: 81

Why Collect the Magnemite Pokémon Card?

Magnemite is most often collected as part of a complete Plasma Storm set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Magnemite Pokémon Card

Magnemite was illustrated by match.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Magnemite Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Magnemite is about $0.70. Recent listings range from roughly $0.48 (low) to

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Plasma Storm 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.

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.

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 Plasma Storm set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Plasma Storm set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.70; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

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