| Set | Ancient Origins |
| Card number | 87 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 170 |
| Artist | Ryo Ueda |
| Released | Aug 2015 |
Ampharos-EX #87 Value (Ancient Origins)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Released in 2015, Ampharos-EX 87 is a Rare Ultra from the XY era Ancient Origins expansion. Ryo Ueda's artwork gives the Electric type a full-art presentation, placing it within the set's late-numbered run of textured Pokémon-EX cards. Its price rank sits just outside the set's top tier, yet it remains a notable Ampharos issue.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $69.48 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €50.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €62.00 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €73.26 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 47 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $1,465 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Ampharos-EX #87: rarity, grading and trend
Ampharos-EX #87 is a Rare Ultra Pokémon card from Ancient Origins, the XY era (2015). It ranks as number 15 by price out of 101 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 21x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price rose +58%, from $43.85 to $69.48. The illustration is by Ryo Ueda.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 8 | $57.90 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $168.05 | 1 |
| CGC | 9 | $60.00 | 1 |
| CGC | 8 | $19.33 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $1,465 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $141.56 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $80.12 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $31.47 | 4 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Ampharos-EX price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €50.00 | $69.48 |
| Oct 2026 | €50.00 | $52.08 |
| Sep 2026 | €50.00 | $43.25 |
| Aug 2026 | €50.00 | $36.68 |
| Jul 2026 | €51.84 | $28.56 |
| Jun 2026 | €51.88 | $28.56 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ampharos-EX #87 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $69.48, a PSA 10 sells for around $1,465 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €50.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Ampharos-EX #87 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Ampharos-EX #87 sells for about $1,465 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $69.48 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Ampharos-EX #87 rare?
Ampharos-EX #87 is printed at Rare Ultra rarity and ranks number 15 by price among the 101 cards in Ancient Origins. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Ampharos-EX #87 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +58% to about $69.48. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Ampharos-EX #87 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 21.1x raw ($1,396 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Ampharos-EX I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (87) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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