Machamp SWSH243 / 307 Pokemon Card from SWSH Black Star Promos Set

Machamp — SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH243/307 Pokémon TCG card

Machamp is a Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon with 150 HP. It is a Promo card from the SWSH Black Star Promos set, illustrated by artist GOSSAN. The flavor text…

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About the Machamp Pokémon Card

Machamp is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 150 HP from the SWSH Black Star Promos set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number SWSH243/307 and is classified as Promo. The SWSH Black Star Promos set was released on November 15, 2019.

The card includes the flavor text: “It quickly swings its four arms to rock its opponents with ceaseless punches and chops from all angles.”.

Machamp Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Machamp

Card number: SWSH243/307

Set: SWSH Black Star Promos

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Promo

Subtypes: Stage 2

Type: Fighting

HP: 150

Artist: GOSSAN

Release date: November 15, 2019

National Pokédex number: 68

Why Collect the Machamp Pokémon Card?

Machamp is most often collected as part of a complete SWSH Black Star Promos 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 Machamp Pokémon Card

Machamp was illustrated by GOSSAN.

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

Market Price and Value of the Machamp Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Machamp is about

.64. Recent listings range from roughly
.14 (low) to
29 (high), with a mid-point near
.95. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the SWSH Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $3.70 and an average near

6.81, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +156% over the last 7 days and +156% 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 SWSH Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Machamp Pokémon Card

Whether Machamp 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 368 copies of this card, of which 28 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 7.6%. 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 Machamp Pokémon Card?

Machamp carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 368 copies to date.

Other Printings of Machamp

Machamp appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge H15 (around $420), Base 8 (around

16) and Legendary Collection 15 (around
76).

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 Machamp Pokémon Card

The Machamp pokémon card is a Promo card from the SWSH Black Star Promos set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the SWSH Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about

.64; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Machamp card from?

Machamp is from the SWSH Black Star Promos set (Sword & Shield series), numbered SWSH243/307 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Machamp card?

Machamp is classified as Promo.

How much is the Machamp SWSH243/307 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.64, within a recent range of roughly
.14 to
29. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Machamp card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 368 copies so far, with about 7.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Machamp?

PSA has graded 368 copies, of which 28 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 7.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Machamp card?

Machamp carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

When was the SWSH Black Star Promos set released?

The SWSH Black Star Promos set was released on November 15, 2019.

Are there other printings of Machamp?

Yes. Machamp appears on 27 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.