| Set | EX Sandstorm |
| Card number | 98 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo EX |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 100 |
| Artist | Ryo Ueda |
| Released | Sep 2003 |
Raichu ex #98 Value (EX Sandstorm)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Among EX Sandstorm's four consecutively numbered Pokémon-ex cards, Raichu ex 98 is a prominent Rare Holo EX from the early EX era. Its Ryo Ueda illustration and rank near the top of the set place it above most regular pulls, while recent pricing has shown upward movement.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $132.27 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €245.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €49.07 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €123.68 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 97 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $4,945 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Raichu ex #98: rarity, grading and trend
Raichu ex #98 is a Rare Holo EX Pokémon card from EX Sandstorm, the EX era (2003). It ranks as number 3 by price out of 100 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 sells for about 37x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($132.27 to $132.27). The illustration is by Ryo Ueda.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $415.93 | 2 |
| ACE | 8 | $134.91 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $432.56 | 4 |
| CGC | 10 | $740.13 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $493.41 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $145.25 | 1 |
| CGC | 7 | $122.41 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $4,945 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $989.06 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $434.24 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $350.66 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Raichu ex price history
Price has been stable near $132.27 across the 116 days we have on record.
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €245.00 | $132.27 |
| Oct 2026 | €245.00 | $132.27 |
| Sep 2026 | €265.17 | $132.27 |
| Aug 2026 | €219.36 | $132.27 |
| Jul 2026 | €263.64 | $132.27 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Raichu ex #98 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $132.27, a PSA 10 sells for around $4,945 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €245.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Raichu ex #98 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Raichu ex #98 sells for about $4,945 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $132.27 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Raichu ex #98 rare?
Raichu ex #98 is printed at Rare Holo EX rarity and ranks number 3 by price among the 100 cards in EX Sandstorm. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Raichu ex #98 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $132.27.
Is Raichu ex #98 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 37.4x raw ($4,813 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 Raichu ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (98) 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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