Metal Core Barrier 232 / 214 Pokemon Card from Unbroken Bonds Set
Metal Core Barrier is a Trainer card classified as a Pokémon Tool. It is part of the Unbroken Bonds set from the Sun & Moon series and was illustrated by…
Set: Unbroken Bonds
Number: 232/214
Rarity: Rare Secret
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About the Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card
Metal Core Barrier is a Pokémon Tool Trainer card from the Unbroken Bonds set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 232/214 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Unbroken Bonds set was released on May 3, 2019.
Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card Details
Card name: Metal Core Barrier
Card number: 232/214
Set: Unbroken Bonds
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Trainer (Pokémon Tool)
Artist: Studio Bora Inc.
Release date: May 3, 2019
Why Collect the Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card?
Metal Core Barrier sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Unbroken Bonds set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card
Metal Core Barrier was illustrated by Studio Bora Inc..
For Rare Secret cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Metal Core Barrier is about $3.26. Recent listings range from roughly
.35 (low) to $9.99 (high), with a mid-point near $3.83. 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 Unbroken Bonds set has a median card value near $0.82 and an average near
6.17, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +34% over the last 7 days and +48% 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 Unbroken Bonds set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card
Whether Metal Core Barrier 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 213 copies of this card, of which 87 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 40.8%. 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 Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Metal Core Barrier are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (232/214) sits above the set's printed total of 214, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 213 copies to date.
Other Printings of Metal Core Barrier
Metal Core Barrier appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Unbroken Bonds 180 (around $0.30).
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 Metal Core Barrier Trainer Card
The Metal Core Barrier trainer card is a Rare Secret card from the Unbroken Bonds set (Sun & Moon series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.26; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Metal Core Barrier card from?
Metal Core Barrier is from the Unbroken Bonds set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 232/214 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Metal Core Barrier card?
Metal Core Barrier is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Metal Core Barrier 232/214 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.26, within a recent range of roughly
.35 to $9.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Metal Core Barrier card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 213 copies so far, with about 40.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Metal Core Barrier?
PSA has graded 213 copies, of which 87 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 40.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Metal Core Barrier card?
Rare Secret cards such as Metal Core Barrier are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Unbroken Bonds set released?
The Unbroken Bonds set was released on May 3, 2019.
Are there other printings of Metal Core Barrier?
Yes. Metal Core Barrier appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
