Set market cap
17 cards tracked dailyWhat to target in POP Series 8
The top 10 cards are 85% of the set’s $157.00 estimated singles cost — plan these first and the rest follows on a normal budget.
| # | Card | Number | Rarity | Market | PSA 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Lucario | #2 | Rare | $27.45 | $250.00 |
| 2 |  Luxray | #3 | Rare | $21.35 | $223.68 |
| 3 |  Piplup | #15 | Common | $17.54 | $324.99 |
| 4 |  Happiny | #14 | Common | $14.44 | $72.00 |
| 5 |  Cherrim | #6 | Uncommon | $13.35 | $81.84 |
| 6 |  Roseanne's Research | #11 | Uncommon | $12.58 | $163.53 |
| 7 |  Luxio | #8 | Uncommon | $8.89 | $80.00 |
| 8 |  Rare Candy | #10 | Uncommon | $7.84 | — |
| 9 |  Carnivine | #7 | Uncommon | $5.97 | $66.00 |
| 10 |  Riolu | #16 | Common | $4.82 | $152.21 |
How POP Series 8 is built
Rarity breakdown
Price distribution
Most cards are bulk — the set’s value concentrates in a few chase cards.
Singles or sealed?
Sealed product comparison
Which POP Series 8 cards are worth grading?
Positive expected value after ~$25 fees at live PSA prices and this set's real gem rates.
Strong PSA 10 premium — the math works only on gem-worthy copies.
Fees eat most of the margin. Grade to preserve a pristine pull, not for profit.
Premiums and EV use tonight’s PSA prices and this set’s real gem rates — not projections.
What collectors say about POP Series 8
Creators on POP Series 8
Synthesized from widely-reported collector consensus — see a take that’s off? Use the report link on any card page.
Protect your POP Series 8 cards
Even a modest set deserves basic protection — condition is most of a card’s value.
Every card worth more than bulk goes in a sleeve before anything else touches it.
eBay →The archival-safe standard for cards you handle — double-sleeve chase cards with a perfect-fit inner.
eBay →Sleeve + toploader is the minimum for anything you might grade or sell raw.
eBay →Side-loaders keep cards from sliding out; zip closure keeps dust and drops away.
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Sealed products
All cards 17
Most valuable cards in POP Series 8
- Lucario #2 — $27.45
- Luxray #3 — $21.35
- Piplup #15 — $17.54
- Happiny #14 — $14.44
- Cherrim #6 — $13.35
- Roseanne's Research #11 — $12.58
- Luxio #8 — $8.89
- Rare Candy #10 — $7.84
- Carnivine #7 — $5.97
- Riolu #16 — $4.82
About POP Series 8
POP Series 8 is a Pokémon TCG expansion in the POP series, released on 2008-09-01. The set contains 17 cards. The combined market value of a complete set is currently $156.64, with Lucario #2 as the most valuable card at $27.45. Prices update nightly from live market data.
POP Series 8 — FAQ
How many cards are in POP Series 8?
POP Series 8 contains 17 cards.
What is the most valuable card in POP Series 8?
Lucario #2 at $27.45, based on live market data updated nightly.
How much is a complete POP Series 8 set worth?
A complete raw set is currently worth about $156.64 at market prices.
When was POP Series 8 released?
POP Series 8 was released on 2008-09-01.