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Melmetal - Fusion Strike (#189)
- Number
- 189
- Illustrator
- Hasuno
- Energy
- Metal
Revered long ago for its capacity to create iron from nothing, for some reason it has come back to life after 3,000 years.
Melmetal - Fusion Strike
Melmetal is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from the Fusion Strike Pokémon TCG set, released 2021, illustrated by Hasuno. It sits at card number 189 in the Fusion Strike checklist, classified as a Metal-type Pokémon with 150 HP and the Stage 1, Single Strike subtypes.
In collector terms, this is a holofoil rare. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $0.27. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Melmetal has been printed 7 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#189 in Fusion Strike) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 43Average
Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay live marketplace
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Search eBay manually →Market price history
Sale History 54 sales · since 2021-11-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $0.28 | ||
| RAW | $0.22 | ||
| RAW | $0.20 | ||
| RAW | $0.22 | ||
| RAW | $0.19 | ||
| RAW | $0.50 | ||
| RAW | $1.38 | ||
| RAW | $1.38 | ||
| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.32 | ||
| RAW | $1.44 | ||
| RAW | $1.44 | ||
| RAW | $1.39 | ||
| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.31 | ||
| RAW | $1.10 | ||
| RAW | $1.22 | ||
| RAW | $1.56 | ||
| RAW | $1.28 | ||
| RAW | $1.02 | ||
| RAW | $1.17 | ||
| RAW | $1.15 | ||
| RAW | $1.23 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.39 | ||
| RAW | $1.13 | ||
| RAW | $1.10 | ||
| RAW | $1.08 | ||
| RAW | $1.12 | ||
| RAW | $1.13 | ||
| RAW | $1.13 | ||
| RAW | $1.13 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.23 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.52 | ||
| RAW | $1.39 | ||
| RAW | $1.49 | ||
| RAW | $1.36 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.53 | ||
| RAW | $1.24 | ||
| RAW | $1.53 | ||
| RAW | $1.21 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.15 | ||
| RAW | $1.00 | ||
| RAW | $1.00 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 |
Other printings of Melmetal
Melmetal FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Melmetal from Fusion Strike worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $0.27. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Melmetal?
This printing is a holofoil rare (the card is labeled "Rare Holo" on the checklist). Melmetal has been printed 7 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Melmetal?
Hasuno illustrated this card. See Hasuno's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Melmetal released?
The Fusion Strike set released in 2021, so this card (#189 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Melmetal?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Melmetal legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.