| Set | Expedition Base Set |
| Card number | 53 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 100 |
| Artist | Kagemaru Himeno |
| Released | Sep 2002 |
Meganium #53 Value (Expedition Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Positioned in the middle portion of Expedition's market hierarchy, Meganium #53 is a 2002 rare illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. It belongs to the e-Card series and is one of two Meganium entries placed consecutively in the set. Compared with the biggest species in the release, its appeal is more accessible and closely tied to character, artist, and set completion.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $13.89 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €10.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €12.83 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €8.45 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 186 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $78.08 |
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Meganium #53: rarity, grading and trend
Meganium #53 is a Rare Pokémon card from Expedition Base Set, the E-Card era (2002). It ranks as number 77 by price out of 165 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 5.6x raw, roughly $64.19 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Over the last 30 days the price fell -77%, from $59.82 to $13.89. The illustration is by Kagemaru Himeno.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $102.78 | 3 |
| PSA | 10 | $78.08 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $80.12 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $26.19 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Meganium price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €10.00 | $13.89 |
| Oct 2026 | €9.69 | $22.60 |
| Sep 2026 | €10.00 | $46.18 |
| Aug 2026 | €10.00 | $27.15 |
| Jul 2026 | €9.36 | $11.32 |
| Jun 2026 | €8.20 | $11.32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Meganium #53 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $13.89, a PSA 10 sells for around $78.08 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €10.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Meganium #53 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Meganium #53 sells for about $78.08 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $13.89 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Meganium #53 rare?
Meganium #53 is printed at Rare rarity and ranks number 77 by price among the 165 cards in Expedition Base Set. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Meganium #53 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -77% to about $13.89. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Meganium #53 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 5.6x raw ($64.19 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 Meganium I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (53) 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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