Salamence VMAX (Rainbow Rare)
Pokemon TCG • Darkness Ablaze
Card Type
Pokemon VMAX (Dynamax)
Set & Number
Darkness Ablaze - 194/189
Rarity
Secret Rare (Rainbow Rare)
Edition & Language
Unlimited • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20.00 - $30.00 | PSA 10: $70.00 - $100.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sold listings range from $22.50 to $28.00 for Near Mint raw copies. PSA 9 copies average around $45.00.
Condition Details
Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border. Surface looks clean with no visible scratches through the binder sleeve. Edges and corners appear sharp without noticeable whitening based on the photo angle.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if intending for a personal collection or if it is a guaranteed PSA 10 candidate. The cost of grading ($15-$25) often consumes the profit margin for this specific card unless it hits the highest grade.
Card Description
VMAX Pokemon - evolves from Salamence V. HP 320. Sonic Double: This attack does 40 damage to 2 of your opponent's Pokemon. Max Wings: 240 damage. During your next turn, this Pokemon can't use Max Wings. Weakness: Lightning x2. Resistance: Fighting -30. Retreat Cost: 2.
Notable Features
Rainbow Rare texture (etched/textured surface), Secret Rare numbering exceeding set size, Dynamax VMAX rule text.
Authentication Notes
The texture on the card is visible in the photo, which is the primary indicator of authenticity for Rainbow Rares. Counterfeits often lack the etched fingerprint-like texture and are simply smooth/glossy.
Scanned: 2026-06-22T01:56:35.555465