Alolan Diglett C PSA 10
Surging Sparks · English Print · Card #122
Alolan Diglett C PSA 10 Gem Mint · sells at $93 USD · Surging Sparks. Cert-verified slab, sourced from Japan, ships SF Express HK + DHL worldwide.
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PrimaryCard Background & Set Context
Alolan Diglett is the steel-type regional variant of Diglett, introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon (2016) on Nintendo 3DS. Where the original Generation I Kantonian Diglett is ground-type with a basic brown body emerging from soil, Alolan Diglett adds golden hair tufts and steel-type element, reflecting adaptation to Alola region's volcanic environment. The character became a fan-favorite thanks to its comedic visual design and Sun/Moon anime appearances. SV8 Surging Sparks launched in Japan on 25 October 2024 as a Scarlet & Violet era expansion focused on electric and lightning-themed Pokemon. The set's broad Pokemon roster includes regional variants like Alolan Diglett, blending classic and modern Pokemon designs.
Investment Analysis
Alolan Diglett SV8-122 sources at ~US$62.90 (poke10, last 30d) — an unusually elevated price for a Common rarity card, warranting investigation. Possible drivers: (a) the card has graded-comp pricing influence on raw listings, (b) Alolan Diglett has specific collector niche demand, (c) the listing represents a high-condition raw with grading potential, or (d) the listing pricing is anomalous and requires verification. Alolan Diglett (the steel-type variant of Generation I Diglett, introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon 2016) has cult collector status thanks to its golden-haired comedic design. SV8 Surging Sparks is a current-rotation set with active gameplay relevance for some cards, though Common Diglett is unlikely to see meaningful tournament use. Investment posture: verify listing condition and graded-vs-raw comp alignment before bulk action; this is a small-position speculative pick rather than a structural hold.
Risks to Watch
The elevated source price for a Common card is the dominant risk variable: verify listing condition and graded-comp influence before buying. Reprint risk on Alolan Diglett is moderate — regional variants are reissued periodically. Format rotation does not affect collector value at Common tier. JPY exposure remains relevant. Position size should be conservative until the price-rationale is verified through alternative source listings.
Global Market Comparison
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Price History (90 days)
Card Background & Set Context
Alolan Diglett is the steel-type regional variant of Diglett, introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon (2016) on Nintendo 3DS. Where the original Generation I Kantonian Diglett is ground-type with a basic brown body emerging from soil, Alolan Diglett adds golden hair tufts and steel-type element, reflecting adaptation to Alola region's volcanic environment. The character became a fan-favorite thanks to its comedic visual design and Sun/Moon anime appearances. SV8 Surging Sparks launched in Japan on 25 October 2024 as a Scarlet & Violet era expansion focused on electric and lightning-themed Pokemon. The set's broad Pokemon roster includes regional variants like Alolan Diglett, blending classic and modern Pokemon designs.
Investment Analysis
Alolan Diglett SV8-122 sources at ~US$62.90 (poke10, last 30d) — an unusually elevated price for a Common rarity card, warranting investigation. Possible drivers: (a) the card has graded-comp pricing influence on raw listings, (b) Alolan Diglett has specific collector niche demand, (c) the listing represents a high-condition raw with grading potential, or (d) the listing pricing is anomalous and requires verification. Alolan Diglett (the steel-type variant of Generation I Diglett, introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon 2016) has cult collector status thanks to its golden-haired comedic design. SV8 Surging Sparks is a current-rotation set with active gameplay relevance for some cards, though Common Diglett is unlikely to see meaningful tournament use. Investment posture: verify listing condition and graded-vs-raw comp alignment before bulk action; this is a small-position speculative pick rather than a structural hold.
Japanese vs English & Variants
SV8-122 is the Common rarity Alolan Diglett in Surging Sparks. Cross-set, Alolan Diglett has appeared in Sun/Moon era cards and various subsequent sets. Compared to mainline expansion Common Pokemon, SV8-122's elevated source price stands out. The card has no parallel SR or alt-art counterpart — Common rarity is its only printing in SV8. Japanese SV8 centring is generally tight on clean prints.
Authentication & Cert Verification
Authenticate SV8-122 by inspecting the standard Common card layout — Alolan Diglett artwork in centre frame, SV8 set symbol lower-left, and steel-type energy indicator (note Alolan Diglett is steel-type, not ground-type). Front-face surface should be smooth (no holo for Common). Verify the regional variant designation in the card name. Pre-grading inspection should focus on corner whitening and back-print centring drift.
Risks to Watch
The elevated source price for a Common card is the dominant risk variable: verify listing condition and graded-comp influence before buying. Reprint risk on Alolan Diglett is moderate — regional variants are reissued periodically. Format rotation does not affect collector value at Common tier. JPY exposure remains relevant. Position size should be conservative until the price-rationale is verified through alternative source listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is Alolan Diglett SV8-122 expensive for a Common?
Source price at ~US$63 for a Common card is unusual. Possible drivers: graded-comp pricing influence, condition-graded raw listing, or anomalous pricing requiring verification.
What is Alolan Diglett?
The steel-type regional variant of Diglett, introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon (2016) Alola region. Distinguished by golden hair tufts and steel typing.
When was SV8 Surging Sparks released?
25 October 2024 in Japan as a Scarlet & Violet era expansion focused on electric/lightning-type Pokemon.
Should I grade SV8-122?
Common Pokemon grading is marginal at typical raw prices. At ~US$63 raw, only consider grading if the copy inspects gem-mint clean — verify current PSA 10 comp pricing first.
Is this card playable?
SV8 is in current Scarlet & Violet standard rotation. Common Alolan Diglett is unlikely to see significant tournament play; it is primarily collector-targeted.
Data Sources & References
- PSA grade & population: psacard.com/pop — authoritative PSA population report
- Japan market reference: snkrdunk.com
- US market reference: pricecharting.com
- Card image & metadata: Pokemon TCG API
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