Pokémon Card Value Finder: What Your Card Is Worth
A Pokémon card's value comes down to five things: the exact printing, its rarity, its condition, whether it is graded, and the language it was printed in. Search the card below to see what it is worth right now, raw and in PSA 10, or scroll down for live tables of the cards worth the most today.
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How Pokémon card value is decided
Printing. The same Pokémon can appear on dozens of cards. The set symbol and the collector number in the bottom corner tell you which one you have, and two cards with near-identical art can be worth $2 and $200. A 1st Edition stamp or a Shadowless Base Set print raises vintage values sharply.
Rarity. The symbol next to the collector number shows how often a card was pulled. Circles and diamonds are common and uncommon. Stars, and the gold or multi-star symbols in newer sets, mark the rare and secret rare cards that carry most of a set's value.
Condition. Prices you see in price guides are for near mint copies. Whitening on the edges, a soft corner or a scratch on the holo can cut the price by a third or more, and creases cut it further.
Grade. PSA, BGS and CGC slabs give a card a third-party condition grade and confirm it is genuine. A PSA 10 can sell for several times the raw price on vintage and chase cards. PSA 9 prices usually sit closer to raw, and PSA 7 or PSA 8 copies often trade near the raw price. Compare the same card, printing and grade before using a slab sale as a reference.
Language. English and Japanese printings are priced as separate cards. Japanese copies of modern cards are often cheaper, while some Japanese-only promos are worth more than any English card of the same Pokémon.
How supply and demand affect Pokémon card prices
Pull rates shape how many copies enter the market, while print runs set the wider supply for each release. Reprints add more copies and reduce scarcity, especially for modern cards still in production. New chase cards often spike around release, when demand is high and few copies are listed. Prices tend to settle as more packs are opened, more cards are listed and buyers have more sales to compare.
Tournament play can raise demand for cards needed in competitive decks, even when those cards are not big collector targets. Vintage prices also move with the wider collectibles market. Asking prices show what sellers hope to get, not what a card sold for. Recent sold listings are the better measure, because they show completed purchases for the exact card, printing and condition.
How condition changes what a card is worth
| Condition | What it looks like | Share of near mint price |
|---|---|---|
| Near mint | Sharp corners, clean edges, no visible wear | 100% |
| Lightly played | Light edge whitening or minor scuffs | 70 to 85% |
| Moderately played | Clear whitening, corner wear, light scratches | 50 to 65% |
| Heavily played | Heavy wear, small creases, surface marks | 30 to 45% |
| Damaged | Bends, tears, water damage or writing | 10 to 30% |
After the printing itself, condition is the biggest swing in Pokémon card value. These ranges are typical for cards that sell often. Vintage holos and very popular cards hold value better in worse condition, because there are fewer clean copies to go around. The condition grading guide covers how to check each card.
What Pokémon cards are worth by rarity
| Rarity | Priced cards | Median raw value |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 5,736 | $0.42 |
| Uncommon | 5,200 | $0.62 |
| Double Rare | 330 | $0.67 |
| Rare | 2,766 | $1.87 |
| Hyper Rare | 75 | $6.94 |
| Rare Holo | 1,637 | $8.28 |
| Illustration Rare | 500 | $10.40 |
| Rare Secret | 325 | $12.94 |
| Rare Ultra | 798 | $16.00 |
| Special Illustration Rare | 226 | $29.85 |
| Rare Holo Star | 24 | $1,197 |
Rarity sets the floor for Pokémon card value. The median is the middle card of each group, so half are worth more and half less. To read the symbols on your own card, see the rarity symbols chart.
The most valuable Pokémon cards right now
| Card | Set | Raw | PSA 10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Tidal Wave #HGSS18 | HGSS Black Star Promos | $33,750 | $1,119 |
| Gengar #H9 | Skyridge | $14,062 | $3,624 |
| Mew #B/RGB | 30th Celebration | $4,050 | $3,067 |
| Torchic ★ #108 | EX Team Rocket Returns | $3,846 | - |
| Latias & Latios-GX #170 | Team Up | $3,846 | $10,271 |
| Shining Charizard #107 | Neo Destiny | $3,656 | - |
| Mew #R/RGB | 30th Celebration | $3,375 | - |
| Mew #G/RGB | 30th Celebration | $3,262 | - |
| Mew ★ δ #101 | EX Dragon Frontiers | $2,991 | - |
| Pikachu ★ #104 | EX Holon Phantoms | $2,735 | - |
The full ranking is on the top 100 most valuable Pokémon cards list, updated hourly.
Pokémon cards rising in value this week
| Card | Set | Was | Now | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snorlax LV.X #111 | Rising Rivals | €950.00 | €9,001 | +847% |
| Pokemon Trader #77 | Base Set | €30.00 | €215.00 | +617% |
| Espeon ex #102 | EX Unseen Forces | €625.00 | €4,450 | +612% |
| Lotad #SH4 | Platinum | €69.99 | €469.99 | +572% |
| Charizard #136 | Plasma Storm | €999.99 | €5,800 | +480% |
| Rocket's Mewtwo #14 | Gym Challenge | €650.00 | €3,000 | +362% |
| Kyogre #12 | Call of Legends | €11.00 | €49.90 | +354% |
| Psyduck #32 | Boundaries Crossed | €19.99 | €80.00 | +300% |
Seven-day change in the lowest near mint Cardmarket price. Cards under €3 are left out. See every riser on Pokémon card price movers.
Pokémon card value by era
| Era | From | Priced cards | Median value | Worth $20+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 1999 | 902 | $3.37 | 26% |
| Neo | 2000 | 727 | $2.81 | 24% |
| Gym | 2000 | 528 | $3.15 | 18% |
| Other | 2001 | 318 | $37.86 | 56% |
| E-Card | 2002 | 529 | $59.80 | 87% |
| EX | 2003 | 1,765 | $5.25 | 33% |
| POP | 2004 | 153 | $14.95 | 41% |
| Diamond & Pearl | 2007 | 898 | $5.98 | 21% |
| Platinum | 2009 | 517 | $6.32 | 25% |
| HeartGold & SoulSilver | 2010 | 548 | $11.95 | 36% |
| Black & White | 2011 | 1,440 | $2.69 | 16% |
| XY | 2013 | 1,954 | $1.37 | 15% |
| Sun & Moon | 2017 | 3,022 | $1.21 | 14% |
| Sword & Shield | 2019 | 3,738 | $0.49 | 5% |
| Scarlet & Violet | 2023 | 3,714 | $0.28 | 8% |
| Mega Evolution | 2025 | 1,293 | $0.27 | 8% |
Older eras have higher medians because fewer clean copies survive and the cheap commons were rarely kept. For the oldest sets, the vintage card values guide goes set by set.
Where these Pokémon card prices come from
US prices use the TCGplayer market price for a near mint, ungraded copy. European prices use the lowest near mint Cardmarket listing, in euros. Card pages show PSA 10 and PSA 9 values beside the raw price and link to recent eBay sold listings for the exact card. Prices refresh hourly from a price feed covering more than 22,000 priced Pokémon cards, and each page shows its update date. These figures are a guide for near mint copies; the actual printing and condition decide the real price. How the sources differ is explained in Pokémon card pricing sources compared.
Three ways to check what a Pokémon card is worth
1. Search the card
Type the name and number into the search box above. Each result opens a page with the raw price, PSA 10 price, a price chart and links to sold listings.
2. Scan it with your phone
A photo identifies the set and number for you, which avoids picking the wrong printing. It is the fastest route for a stack of cards.
3. Check sold listings
For any card worth more than about $50, look at what the same card in the same condition actually sold for in the last month. Reading eBay sold listings explains how to filter them.
Working out Pokémon card worth for a whole binder or an inherited collection takes longer. The step-by-step worth checklist takes you from an unknown card to a price range.
Popular Pokémon card values to check
These are the cards and card types collectors look up most: classic Base Set holos, modern artwork chases, vintage printings, promos and graded copies.
Classic cards
- Base Set Charizard #4: the best-known vintage holo
- Base Set Blastoise #2: one of the three Base Set starter holos
- Base Set Venusaur #15: usually the cheapest of the three starters
- Jungle Pikachu #60: a common and an affordable vintage first card
Modern chase cards
- Alt art and special illustration rares: full-card artwork chases from Scarlet & Violet and Mega Evolution sets
- Gold cards: Gold Stars, gold hyper rares and gold secret rares
- Rainbow rares: rainbow foil secret rares from Sun & Moon and Sword & Shield sets such as Evolving Skies
Investment and graded cards
- PSA graded values: graded card prices by grade
- PSA 10 vs PSA 9 price gaps: how much one grade step changes value
- 1st Edition and Shadowless cards: Base Set printings priced well above unlimited copies
- Black Star promos: promos from boxes, events and prerelease kits
- How to spot fake Pokémon cards: check a valuable card is real before pricing it
Pokémon card price guide by set
If you know the set and want to see every card in it, the Pokémon card price guide by set lists current values for each card, and all Pokémon sets in order ranks every set by what it costs to complete.
Frequently asked questions
How do I identify the exact printing of a Pokémon card before checking its value?
Match the card name, collector number, set symbol, language, and foil pattern. Also check for stamps, promo markings, rarity symbols, and edition indicators. Two cards with the same artwork can come from different sets or products. Search using the collector number plus the card name, then compare the image carefully before using any listed price.
Are Japanese Pokémon cards worth less than English cards?
It depends on the card. English copies often sell for more in the United States because more local collectors want them, but Japanese exclusives, limited promos, and cards with superior print quality can command strong prices. Compare sales for the same language and printing. Do not apply an English price directly to a Japanese copy, even when the artwork matches.
Does a Pokémon card misprint make it more valuable?
A clear, unusual factory error can add value when error collectors recognize it and the mistake is difficult to reproduce. Examples include major alignment errors, missing ink layers, and incorrect card backs. Minor centering problems, print lines, and small ink spots usually hurt value instead. Confirm the error with knowledgeable collectors and compare completed sales for similar examples.
Are reverse holo Pokémon cards worth more than regular cards?
Reverse holos are usually worth more than standard nonfoil copies, but the difference may be small for common modern cards. Older reverse holos, scarce set variants, popular Pokémon, and difficult pull rates can create a much larger gap. Confirm the foil type, because standard holo, reverse holo, parallel foil, and promotional patterns are priced as separate printings.
How can I value a Pokémon card when there are no recent sales?
Start with sales of the same card in nearby grades or conditions, then compare similar cards from the same set, rarity, era, and Pokémon. Older sales can provide context, but demand may have changed. Avoid treating an unsold asking price as proof of value. For very scarce cards, use a range and expect the actual sale result to vary substantially.
Are Pokémon cards with autographs worth more?
An autograph can add value if the signer is notable, the signature is authentic, and collectors want that combination of signer and card. Artist and voice actor signatures may attract different audiences. Authentication and clear provenance matter because forged signatures are common. The autograph can also reduce interest among collectors who prefer an unmarked card, so compare sales of similarly signed examples.
How does the First Edition symbol affect a Pokémon card's value?
The First Edition stamp identifies an early print run in certain older sets, and it can create a substantial premium over an unlimited copy. The size of that premium depends on the set, Pokémon, rarity, and condition. Check that the stamp's position, shape, and ink match genuine examples, since fake stamps are sometimes added to otherwise authentic cards.
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