| Set | Expedition Base Set |
| Card number | 159 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Type | Energy |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | Milky Isobe |
| Released | Sep 2002 |
Metal Energy #159 Value (Expedition Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Metal Energy is a rare Energy card, number 159, from the 2002 Expedition Base Set within the E-Card series. Artist Milky Isobe crafted the subtle yet distinctive metallic visual representing the Metal typing, complementing the set’s technology-focused design.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $6.60 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €4.90 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €2.63 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €2.67 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 185 |
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Why Metal Energy #159 is priced where it is
Metal Energy #159 is a Rare Energy card from Expedition Base Set, the E-Card era (2002). It ranks as number 103 by price out of 165 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price fell -41%, from $11.11 to $6.60. The illustration is by Milky Isobe.
Metal Energy price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €4.90 | $6.60 |
| Oct 2026 | €4.45 | $7.44 |
| Sep 2026 | €5.80 | $10.75 |
| Aug 2026 | €5.32 | $9.39 |
| Jul 2026 | €4.62 | $5.77 |
| Jun 2026 | €3.86 | $5.77 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Metal Energy #159 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $6.60, the Cardmarket low is €4.90. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Metal Energy #159 rare?
Metal Energy #159 is printed at Rare rarity and ranks number 103 by price among the 165 cards in Expedition Base Set. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Metal Energy #159 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -41% to about $6.60. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Metal Energy I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (159) 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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