| Set | Fusion Strike |
| Card number | 279 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| Type | Trainer |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | Hideki Ishikawa |
| Released | Nov 2021 |
Sidney #279 Value (Fusion Strike)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $3.39 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €4.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €3.78 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €4.86 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 217 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $39.00 |
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Sidney #279: rarity, grading and trend
Sidney #279 is a Rare Rainbow Trainer card from Fusion Strike, the Sword & Shield era (2021). It ranks as number 22 by price out of 284 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 12x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price rose +16%, from $2.91 to $3.39. The illustration is by Hideki Ishikawa.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 10 | $43.52 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Sidney price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €4.00 | $3.39 |
| Oct 2026 | €3.52 | $3.02 |
| Sep 2026 | €2.13 | $3.03 |
| Aug 2026 | €0.08 | $3.07 |
| Jul 2026 | €0.08 | $3.12 |
| Mar 2026 | €1.79 | $3.30 |
| Feb 2026 | €3.50 | $3.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Sidney #279 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $3.39, a PSA 10 sells for around $39.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €4.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Sidney #279 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Sidney #279 sells for about $39.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $3.39 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Sidney #279 rare?
Sidney #279 is printed at Rare Rainbow rarity and ranks number 22 by price among the 284 cards in Fusion Strike. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Sidney #279 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +16% to about $3.39. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Sidney #279 worth grading?
Usually not. A PSA 10 only adds about $35.61 over raw, which leaves little after grading fees, shipping and the risk of a lower grade.
How do I check which printing of Sidney I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (279) 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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