| Set | Astral Radiance |
| Card number | 197 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 270 |
| Artist | 5ban Graphics |
| Released | May 2022 |
Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 Value (Astral Radiance)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Released in Astral Radiance during the Sword & Shield era, Hisuian Samurott VSTAR 197 is the rainbow rare treatment of the set’s Hisuian Samurott VSTAR. The saturated foil and 5ban Graphics rendering place it squarely in the late-era secret rare style. Although not at the very top of the set, its price rank keeps it within the stronger tier of the checklist.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $7.53 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €5.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €7.19 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €7.80 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 207 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $40.13 |
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Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197: rarity, grading and trend
Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 is a Rare Rainbow Pokémon card from Astral Radiance, the Sword & Shield era (2022). It ranks as number 38 by price out of 246 cards in the set. The PSA 10 premium is only about $32.60 over raw, so grading rarely leaves much profit after fees and shipping. Over the last 30 days the price rose +4.0%, from $7.24 to $7.53. The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $30.85 | 2 |
| CGC | 10 | $24.53 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $40.13 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Hisuian Samurott VSTAR price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €5.00 | $7.53 |
| Oct 2026 | €5.39 | $7.55 |
| Sep 2026 | €6.00 | $7.33 |
| Aug 2026 | €6.00 | $6.89 |
| Jul 2026 | €6.00 | $5.85 |
| Jun 2026 | €6.00 | $5.85 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $7.53, a PSA 10 sells for around $40.13 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €5.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 sells for about $40.13 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $7.53 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 rare?
Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 is printed at Rare Rainbow rarity and ranks number 38 by price among the 246 cards in Astral Radiance. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +4.0% to about $7.53. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 worth grading?
Usually not. A PSA 10 only adds about $32.60 over raw, which leaves little after grading fees, shipping and the risk of a lower grade.
How do I check which printing of Hisuian Samurott VSTAR I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (197) 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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