| Set | Paldea Evolved |
| Card number | 257 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 230 |
| Artist | takuyoa |
| Released | Jun 2023 |
Wo-Chien ex #257 Value (Paldea Evolved)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Wo-Chien ex #257 is a Special Illustration Rare from Paldea Evolved, featuring artwork by takuyoa. The card highlights the Ruinous legendary in a wide, illustration-style border that collectors seek for display purposes. Special Illustration Rares like this one are known for detailed backgrounds and full-art presentation that set them apart from standard pulls.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $12.28 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €13.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €12.53 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €12.98 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 324 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $97.94 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
What sets the price of Wo-Chien ex #257
Wo-Chien ex #257 is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Paldea Evolved, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 21 by price out of 279 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 8.0x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -18%, from $15.04 to $12.28. The illustration is by takuyoa.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $51.00 | 3 |
| ACE | 9 | $19.89 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $15.00 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $26.00 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $10.76 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $97.94 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $21.81 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $23.15 | 1 |
| TAG | 10 | $70.91 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Wo-Chien ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €12.98 | $12.28 |
| Oct 2026 | €12.98 | $12.71 |
| Sep 2026 | €12.95 | $15.68 |
| Aug 2026 | €12.62 | $16.12 |
| Jul 2026 | €12.28 | $14.21 |
| Jun 2026 | €11.00 | $10.37 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Wo-Chien ex #257 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $12.28, a PSA 10 sells for around $97.94 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €13.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Wo-Chien ex #257 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Wo-Chien ex #257 sells for about $97.94 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $12.28 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Wo-Chien ex #257 rare?
Wo-Chien ex #257 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 21 by price among the 279 cards in Paldea Evolved. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Wo-Chien ex #257 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -18% to about $12.28. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Wo-Chien ex #257 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 8.0x raw ($85.66 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 Wo-Chien ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (257) 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.
How can I check the current value of my Wo-Chien ex card?
You can scan your card using the Card Value Scanner iPhone app to view live pricing pulled from active marketplaces. This offers a quick way to check condition-based estimates without manual searching.
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