| Set | Paldea Evolved |
| Card number | 261 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 220 |
| Artist | kodama |
| Released | Jun 2023 |
Chien-Pao ex #261 Value (Paldea Evolved)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Chien-Pao ex holds a Special Illustration Rare slot in the 2023 Paldea Evolved collection. Its artwork by kodama delivers a striking image that ranks it among the more prominent cards of the Scarlet & Violet release.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $21.97 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €19.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €17.52 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €24.77 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 424 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $96.27 |
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Why Chien-Pao ex #261 is priced where it is
Chien-Pao ex #261 is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Paldea Evolved, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 15 by price out of 279 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.4x raw, roughly $74.30 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Over the last 30 days the price fell -11%, from $24.68 to $21.97. The illustration is by kodama.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $57.42 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $11.37 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $35.67 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $27.03 | 2 |
| PSA | 10 | $96.27 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $31.22 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $20.54 | 4 |
| PSA | 7 | $9.99 | 1 |
| TAG | 10 | $84.50 | 4 |
| TAG | 9 | $28.38 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Chien-Pao ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €19.00 | $22.10 |
| Oct 2026 | €18.79 | $22.94 |
| Sep 2026 | €18.90 | $25.42 |
| Aug 2026 | €18.55 | $26.26 |
| Jul 2026 | €18.85 | $22.93 |
| Jun 2026 | €19.91 | $19.18 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Chien-Pao ex #261 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $21.97, a PSA 10 sells for around $96.27 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €19.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Chien-Pao ex #261 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Chien-Pao ex #261 sells for about $96.27 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $21.97 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Chien-Pao ex #261 rare?
Chien-Pao ex #261 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 15 by price among the 279 cards in Paldea Evolved. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Chien-Pao ex #261 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -11% to about $21.97. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Chien-Pao ex #261 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.4x raw ($74.30 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 Chien-Pao ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (261) 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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