| Set | Paldea Evolved |
| Card number | 259 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 190 |
| Artist | AKIRA EGAWA |
| Released | Jun 2023 |
Chi-Yu ex #259 Value (Paldea Evolved)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
From the June 2023 Paldea Evolved expansion, Chi-Yu ex number 259 is a Special Illustration Rare from the Scarlet & Violet series. AKIRA EGAWA supplied the artwork, adding a recognized illustrator credit to one of the set's higher-priced pulls. Its upper-tier market rank reflects continued interest in both the dramatic rarity treatment and the legendary Pokémon subject.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $37.33 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €33.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €37.57 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €44.99 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 282 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $193.49 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Why Chi-Yu ex #259 is priced where it is
Chi-Yu ex #259 is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Paldea Evolved, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 5 by price out of 279 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 sells for about 5.2x raw, roughly $156.16 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Over the last 30 days the price fell -19%, from $46.16 to $37.33. The illustration is by AKIRA EGAWA.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $100.00 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $45.00 | 5 |
| BGS | 9 | $34.42 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $97.63 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $44.23 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $193.49 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $48.33 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $32.28 | 2 |
| SGC | 10 | $33.57 | 1 |
| TAG | 10 | $262.78 | 5 |
| TAG | 9 | $35.00 | 3 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Chi-Yu ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €33.00 | $37.36 |
| Oct 2026 | €38.96 | $41.30 |
| Sep 2026 | €44.30 | $47.26 |
| Aug 2026 | €48.36 | $46.84 |
| Jul 2026 | €40.27 | $42.57 |
| Jun 2026 | €39.88 | $36.38 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Chi-Yu ex #259 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $37.33, a PSA 10 sells for around $193.49 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €33.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Chi-Yu ex #259 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Chi-Yu ex #259 sells for about $193.49 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $37.33 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Chi-Yu ex #259 rare?
Chi-Yu ex #259 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 5 by price among the 279 cards in Paldea Evolved. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Chi-Yu ex #259 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -19% to about $37.33. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Chi-Yu ex #259 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 5.2x raw ($156.16 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 Chi-Yu ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (259) 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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