| Set | Ascended Heroes |
| Card number | 289 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 340 |
| Artist | chibi |
| Released | Jan 2026 |
Steven's Metagross ex #289 Value (Ascended Heroes)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Released in January 2026, Steven's Metagross ex is a Special Illustration Rare from Ascended Heroes in the Mega Evolution series. The pairing of Champion Steven with Metagross gives it a clear character theme, while chibi's illustration credit distinguishes it within the late-numbered, high-rarity portion of the checklist. Its price rank places it near the set's upper tier.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $47.85 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €60.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €63.60 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €75.06 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 289 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $317.73 |
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What sets the price of Steven's Metagross ex #289
Steven's Metagross ex #289 is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Ascended Heroes, the Mega Evolution era (2026). It ranks as number 12 by price out of 295 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 6.6x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -21%, from $60.91 to $47.85. The sold listings below show 10 recent eBay sales, the best check on what buyers actually pay. The illustration is by chibi.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $99.24 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $67.44 | 5 |
| ACE | 8 | $53.13 | 2 |
| BGS | 10 | $491.23 | 3 |
| CGC | 10 | $138.31 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $317.73 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $125.60 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $89.71 | 1 |
| TAG | 10 | $358.85 | 5 |
| TAG | 9 | $135.00 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Steven's Metagross ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €60.00 | $47.89 |
| Oct 2026 | €64.74 | $54.37 |
| Sep 2026 | €69.81 | $68.13 |
| Aug 2026 | €79.98 | $79.65 |
| Jul 2026 | €87.18 | $82.92 |
| Jun 2026 | €81.86 | - |
Recent eBay sold listings
| Listing | Grade | Sold price | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 POKEMON ASC EN-ASCENDED HEROES #289 STEVEN'S METAGROSS EX PSA 10 | PSA 10 | $317.73 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Steven's Metagross ex 289/217 Me: Ascended Heroes Holo BGS 9.5, 9.5/9. | BGS 9.5 | $201.85 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| PSA 9 STEVEN'S METAGROSS EX 289/217 SIR ASCENDED HEROES POKEMON | PSA 9 | $82.24 | Jul 20, 2026 |
| ACE 10 Steven’s Metagross EX 289/217 Ascended Heroes Pokemon Gem Mint | ACE 10 | $96.99 | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Pokemon Steven's Metagross EX Ascended Heroes 289/217 SIR CGC 10 Gem M | CGC 10 | $138.31 | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Pokemon Steven's Metagross EX Ascended Heroes 289 SIR PSA 10 Gem Mint | PSA 10 | $276.61 | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Steven's Metagross SIR 289/217 Ascended Heroes PSA 10 Gem Mint 2026 | PSA 10 | $397.16 | Jul 19, 2026 |
| 2026 Pokemon ME Ascended Heroes 289/217 Steven's Metagross EX SIR TAG | TAG 10 | $373.65 | Jul 18, 2026 |
| PSA 9 Steven’s Metagross ex 289/187 Special Illustration Rare Ascended | PSA 9 | $125.60 | Jul 17, 2026 |
| Steven’s Metagross EX 289/217 | Ascended Heroes | ACE 10 Perfect Subs | ACE 10 | $98.25 | Jul 16, 2026 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Steven's Metagross ex #289 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $47.85, a PSA 10 sells for around $317.73 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €60.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Steven's Metagross ex #289 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Steven's Metagross ex #289 sells for about $317.73 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $47.85 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Steven's Metagross ex #289 rare?
Steven's Metagross ex #289 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 12 by price among the 295 cards in Ascended Heroes. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Steven's Metagross ex #289 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -21% to about $47.85. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Steven's Metagross ex #289 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 6.6x raw ($269.88 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 Steven's Metagross ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (289) 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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