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Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 Gym Challenge Pokemon card

Set	Gym Challenge
Card number	52
Rarity	Uncommon
Type	Pokémon
HP	70
Artist	Ken Sugimori
Released	Oct 2000

Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 Value (Gym Challenge)

$2.55 raw near mint

Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.

How much is Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.55, the Cardmarket low is €5.95. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Lt. Surge's Electrode, an uncommon card from Gym Challenge released in late 2000, showcases Ken Sugimori's artwork in the classic Pokémon style. It ranks near the median in set value but is experiencing a downward trend in pricing.

Current prices

Source	Price
TCGplayer market price (USD)	$2.55
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)	€5.95
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)	€5.00
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)	€3.94
Cardmarket listings available	124

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Lt. Surge's Electrode #52: rarity, grading and trend

Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 is an Uncommon Pokémon card from Gym Challenge, the Gym era (2000). It ranks as number 130 by price out of 264 cards in the set. At this price most copies change hands raw, often in bulk lots, and graded sales are rare. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($2.55 to $2.55). The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.

Is it worth grading? The lower raw pricing and absence of a PSA 10 multiple figure suggest limited grading demand. Condition factors like surface gloss and minor dings around the edges are the most significant grading concerns with this print.

Lt. Surge's Electrode price history

Sep 1, 2025Low $2.23 · High $5.57Nov 2, 2026

Month	Avg Cardmarket low	Avg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026	€5.95	$2.55
Oct 2026	€3.48	$2.55
Sep 2026	€3.00	$2.51
Aug 2026	€3.00	$2.49
Jul 2026	€3.20	$2.55
Jun 2026	€3.22	-
May 2026	€4.43	-
Apr 2026	€4.35	-
Mar 2026	€2.85	-
Dec 2025	€3.00	-
Sep 2025	€2.00	-

This Electrode appeals to collectors completing the Lt. Surge lineup or those who prefer subtle rarity variations in Gym series sets. Its direct linkage to a notable Gym Leader boosts its thematic interest.

Frequently asked questions

What is Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.55, the Cardmarket low is €5.95. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 rare?

Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 is printed at Uncommon rarity and ranks number 130 by price among the 264 cards in Gym Challenge. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 going up in value?

Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $2.55.

How do I check which printing of Lt. Surge's Electrode I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (52) 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.