Pokemon card values › Arceus › Gengar #16

Set	Arceus
Card number	16
Rarity	Rare
Type	Pokémon
HP	110
Artist	Midori Harada
Released	Nov 2009

Gengar #16 Value (Arceus)

$159.21 raw near mint

Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.

How much is Gengar #16 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $159.21, the Cardmarket low is €31.95. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Among the highest-value cards in Arceus, Gengar number 16 ranks near the top of the 2009 expansion's broad checklist. Midori Harada's illustration differentiates it from the second Gengar printed immediately afterward as number 17. Its regular rare designation contrasts with a raw market position and recent trend that are both notably strong.

Current prices

Source	Price
TCGplayer market price (USD)	$159.21
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)	€31.95
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)	€12.96
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)	€16.99
Cardmarket listings available	141

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Gengar #16: rarity, grading and trend

Gengar #16 is a Rare Pokémon card from Arceus, the Platinum era (2009). It ranks as number 14 by price out of 111 cards in the set. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($159.21 to $159.21). The illustration is by Midori Harada.

Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)

Grading	Grade	Median sold	Sales
ACE	8	$97.25	2
CGC	10	$922.16	4
CGC	9	$134.74	1
PSA	9	$312.21	5
PSA	8	$71.11	5
PSA	7	$149.79	5

Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.

Is it worth grading? Without a reliable gem mint multiple in the supplied data, grading should be decided copy by copy rather than assumed profitable. At this raw level, authentication and preservation carry weight. Surface scratches and edge wear remain the principal screening points.

Gengar price history

Jun 28, 2026Low $27.21 · High $159.82Nov 2, 2026

Month	Avg Cardmarket low	Avg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026	€31.95	$159.21
Oct 2026	€35.54	$159.21
Sep 2026	€30.00	$159.52
Aug 2026	€43.54	$157.31
Jul 2026	€43.04	$94.24
Jun 2026	€45.00	$27.21

Two different Gengar cards appear consecutively in Arceus, creating an obvious paired-display project. Number 16 contributes Midori Harada artwork and the stronger value ranking of the pair, making the duo more interesting than chasing either image in isolation.

Frequently asked questions

What is Gengar #16 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $159.21, the Cardmarket low is €31.95. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Gengar #16 rare?

Gengar #16 is printed at Rare rarity and ranks number 14 by price among the 111 cards in Arceus. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Gengar #16 going up in value?

Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $159.21.

How do I check which printing of Gengar I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (16) 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.