| Set | Ancient Origins |
| Card number | 88 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 220 |
| Artist | 5ban Graphics |
| Released | Aug 2015 |
M Ampharos-EX #88 Value (Ancient Origins)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Mega Evolution takes center stage on M Ampharos-EX 88, a 2015 Rare Ultra from Ancient Origins. The full-art layout uses the oversized Japanese attack lettering associated with XY Mega cards, while 5ban Graphics supplies the artwork. Ranking inside the expansion's upper value group, it stands above the regular Ampharos-EX in the set's price order.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $68.38 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €55.62 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €84.23 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €98.04 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 64 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $736.45 |
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Why M Ampharos-EX #88 is priced where it is
M Ampharos-EX #88 is a Rare Ultra Pokémon card from Ancient Origins, the XY era (2015). It ranks as number 13 by price out of 101 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 11x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($66.91 to $68.38). The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $74.39 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $589.32 | 2 |
| CGC | 9 | $67.11 | 1 |
| CGC | 8 | $58.31 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $736.45 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $125.61 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $71.36 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $52.04 | 4 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
M Ampharos-EX price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €55.62 | $68.38 |
| Oct 2026 | €61.38 | $67.66 |
| Sep 2026 | €67.17 | $66.80 |
| Aug 2026 | €65.16 | $65.78 |
| Jul 2026 | €70.00 | $63.84 |
| Jun 2026 | €70.00 | $63.84 |
Frequently asked questions
What is M Ampharos-EX #88 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $68.38, a PSA 10 sells for around $736.45 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €55.62. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 M Ampharos-EX #88 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 M Ampharos-EX #88 sells for about $736.45 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $68.38 for a raw near mint copy.
Is M Ampharos-EX #88 rare?
M Ampharos-EX #88 is printed at Rare Ultra rarity and ranks number 13 by price among the 101 cards in Ancient Origins. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is M Ampharos-EX #88 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $68.38.
Is M Ampharos-EX #88 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 10.8x raw ($668.07 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 M Ampharos-EX I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (88) 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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