| Set | Destined Rivals |
| Card number | 228 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 280 |
| Artist | Tonji Matsuno |
| Released | May 2025 |
Yanmega ex #228 Value (Destined Rivals)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Yanmega ex serves as a Special Illustration Rare in the Destined Rivals set from May 2025. Artist Tonji Matsuno captures this bug/flying type Pokémon with a detailed illustration. The card holds a respectable rank but sees some downward price movement.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $12.04 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €19.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €21.12 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €22.99 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 400 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $67.29 |
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Why Yanmega ex #228 is priced where it is
Yanmega ex #228 is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Destined Rivals, the Scarlet & Violet era (2025). It ranks as number 14 by price out of 244 cards in the set. A PSA 10 adds about $55.25 over raw (5.6x), so grading only pays off for copies that look flawless. Over the last 30 days the price fell -26%, from $16.21 to $12.04. The illustration is by Tonji Matsuno.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $40.58 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $26.17 | 2 |
| BGS | 10 | $56.82 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $25.42 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $67.29 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $23.18 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $25.30 | 3 |
| TAG | 10 | $70.05 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Yanmega ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €19.99 | $12.07 |
| Oct 2026 | €19.97 | $13.54 |
| Sep 2026 | €19.97 | $17.01 |
| Aug 2026 | €21.15 | $17.43 |
| Jul 2026 | €24.14 | $20.04 |
| Jun 2026 | €24.67 | $19.01 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Yanmega ex #228 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $12.04, a PSA 10 sells for around $67.29 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €19.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Yanmega ex #228 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Yanmega ex #228 sells for about $67.29 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $12.04 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Yanmega ex #228 rare?
Yanmega ex #228 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 14 by price among the 244 cards in Destined Rivals. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Yanmega ex #228 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -26% to about $12.04. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Yanmega ex #228 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $55.25 over raw (5.6x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Yanmega ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (228) 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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