| Set | Paradox Rift |
| Card number | 253 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 260 |
| Artist | Jiro Sasumo |
| Released | Nov 2023 |
Altaria ex #253 Value (Paradox Rift)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Released with Paradox Rift in November 2023, Altaria ex number 253 represents the set's Special Illustration Rare tier. It stands near the top of the checklist by value, behind only a small handful of entries, and Jiro Sasumo is credited for the artwork. The recent trend, however, has moved below the prior monthly average.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $37.33 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €45.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €52.94 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €61.04 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 384 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $269.25 |
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Altaria ex #253: rarity, grading and trend
Altaria ex #253 is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Paradox Rift, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 2 by price out of 266 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 sells for about 7.2x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -17%, from $45.23 to $37.33. The illustration is by Jiro Sasumo.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $124.58 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $49.04 | 5 |
| CGC | 10 | $89.71 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $35.77 | 3 |
| CGC | 8 | $53.83 | 2 |
| PSA | 10 | $269.25 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $60.41 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $47.55 | 5 |
| SGC | 10 | $101.49 | 2 |
| TAG | 10 | $204.63 | 3 |
| TAG | 9 | $49.99 | 4 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Altaria ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €45.00 | $37.12 |
| Oct 2026 | €41.44 | $39.23 |
| Sep 2026 | €47.32 | $45.59 |
| Aug 2026 | €51.37 | $49.25 |
| Jul 2026 | €53.10 | $45.99 |
| Jun 2026 | €51.00 | $39.57 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Altaria ex #253 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 $269.25 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €45.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Altaria ex #253 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Altaria ex #253 sells for about $269.25 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $37.33 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Altaria ex #253 rare?
Altaria ex #253 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 2 by price among the 266 cards in Paradox Rift. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Altaria ex #253 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -17% to about $37.33. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Altaria ex #253 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 7.2x raw ($231.92 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 Altaria ex I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (253) 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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