| Set | Darkness Ablaze |
| Card number | 194 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 320 |
| Artist | 5ban Graphics |
| Released | Aug 2020 |
Salamence VMAX #194 Value (Darkness Ablaze)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Sitting among the most valuable cards in Darkness Ablaze, Salamence VMAX number 194 is the set's rainbow Rare treatment of the Dragon Pokémon. Its secret-number placement, textured finish, and 5ban Graphics artwork distinguish it from the regular Salamence VMAX, making it one of the expansion's higher-tier pulls from the early Sword and Shield era.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $12.21 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €11.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €16.85 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €17.63 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 196 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $70.34 |
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Why Salamence VMAX #194 is priced where it is
Salamence VMAX #194 is a Rare Rainbow Pokémon card from Darkness Ablaze, the Sword & Shield era (2020). It ranks as number 3 by price out of 201 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 adds about $58.13 over raw (5.8x), so grading only pays off for copies that look flawless. Over the last 30 days the price fell -8.7%, from $13.38 to $12.21. The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $41.40 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $16.79 | 1 |
| BGS | 10 | $966.11 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $48.00 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $70.34 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $25.34 | 5 |
| SGC | 10 | $22.92 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Salamence VMAX price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €11.99 | $12.30 |
| Oct 2026 | €11.07 | $12.76 |
| Sep 2026 | €11.39 | $13.47 |
| Aug 2026 | €11.34 | $13.07 |
| Jul 2026 | €11.52 | $12.37 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Salamence VMAX #194 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $12.21, a PSA 10 sells for around $70.34 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €11.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Salamence VMAX #194 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Salamence VMAX #194 sells for about $70.34 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $12.21 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Salamence VMAX #194 rare?
Salamence VMAX #194 is printed at Rare Rainbow rarity and ranks number 3 by price among the 201 cards in Darkness Ablaze. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Salamence VMAX #194 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -8.7% to about $12.21. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Salamence VMAX #194 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $58.13 over raw (5.8x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Salamence VMAX I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (194) 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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