Market outlook
Stable Outlook 5/10
Recent sales data from 2025-2026 shows consistent pricing without significant fluctuation. The card maintains steady collector interest without dramatic appreciation or depreciation.
Next months. Prices expected to remain stable within current $11-$19 range for raw near mint copies and $15-$17 for graded/graded 10 examples over the next 3-6 months
Long term. Modest appreciation potential over 1-3 years as Japanese Sword & Shield era cards continue gaining collector recognition, but unlikely to experience dramatic value increases due to moderate scarcity and print run volume
History
Alcremie is a Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII (Sword & Shield). It is an evolution of Milcery and is known for its whipped cream-based appearance. The character represents a dessert-themed Pokémon with cultural significance in the Galar region.
July 10, 2020 in the Japanese Sword & Shield: Legendary Heartbeat set
- Card number 032/076 in the Legendary Heartbeat subset
- Listed as Triple Rare (RRR) rarity designation
- Psychic-type with 310 HP in VMAX form
- Features Metal weakness x2 and 3 retreat cost
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Ultra Rare
- Print run
- Medium
- First printed in
- 2020 Pokémon Japanese Sword & Shield: Legendary Heartbeat
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Medium
- Triple Rare (RRR) designation from 2020 Japanese set
- Limited print run from Legendary Heartbeat subset
- Japanese language version generally more sought than English counterparts
- VMAX stage Pokémon with higher HP are typically more collectible
Collector notes
Condition. Examine corners and edges for wear, as VMAX cards are prone to edge whitening. Check centering on the card face. Look for print spots or surface scratches on the holographic areas, which are common on Japanese holofoil cards. Verify clean borders and no creasing.
Storage. Store in acid-free sleeves within a protective toploader or hard case. Maintain stable temperature and humidity levels (45-55% humidity recommended). Avoid direct sunlight and store in a cool, dark location. Consider UV-protective storage boxes to prevent fading of holofoil patterns.
Authenticity. Verify the holofoil pattern is authentic Japanese style. Check card stock thickness and weight. Examine printing quality and color saturation. Confirm proper card dimensions (3.5" x 2.5"). Look for accurate tax information and Japanese text formatting on authentic Japanese cards.
Sources: my.taggrading.com, sportscardinvestor.com, fanaticscollect.com, psacard.com, pricecharting.com
