
| Set | Emerging Powers |
| Card number | 97 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 110 |
| Artist | 5ban Graphics |
| Released | Aug 2011 |
Thundurus #97 Value (Emerging Powers)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Thundurus is a Rare Ultra card from the 2011 Emerging Powers set within the Black & White series. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics, it is the second highest-priced card among 98 and has appreciated in value over the past month.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $20.23 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €21.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €10.18 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €11.89 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 340 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $4,383 |
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Why Thundurus #97 is priced where it is
Thundurus #97 is a Rare Ultra Pokémon card from Emerging Powers, the Black & White era (2011). It ranks as the most valuable card out of 98 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 sells for about 217x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price rose +4.1%, from $19.44 to $20.23. The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $28.06 | 1 |
| CGC | 9 | $45.34 | 1 |
| CGC | 8 | $31.74 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $4,383 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $95.13 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $35.99 | 4 |
| PSA | 7 | $29.75 | 4 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Thundurus price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €21.00 | $20.23 |
| Oct 2026 | €16.43 | $19.62 |
| Sep 2026 | €14.00 | $19.41 |
| Aug 2026 | €15.77 | $20.30 |
| Jul 2026 | €19.00 | $21.50 |
| Jun 2026 | €19.00 | $21.67 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Thundurus #97 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $20.23, a PSA 10 sells for around $4,383 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €21.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Thundurus #97 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Thundurus #97 sells for about $4,383 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $20.23 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Thundurus #97 rare?
Thundurus #97 is printed at Rare Ultra rarity and ranks number 1 by price among the 98 cards in Emerging Powers. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Thundurus #97 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +4.1% to about $20.23. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Thundurus #97 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 216.7x raw ($4,363 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 Thundurus I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (97) 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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