| Set | Paradox Rift |
| Card number | 197 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 120 |
| Artist | AKIRA EGAWA |
| Released | Nov 2023 |
Espathra #197 Value (Paradox Rift)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Espathra appears in the 2023 Paradox Rift expansion of the Scarlet & Violet series as an Illustration Rare card. Its artwork by AKIRA EGAWA stands out in this large set of 266 cards, ranking moderately in overall value. The card is noted for its rarity level and recent release period.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $7.32 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €8.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €8.49 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €7.97 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 302 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $102.23 |
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Why Espathra #197 is priced where it is
Espathra #197 is an Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Paradox Rift, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 26 by price out of 266 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 14x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -7.2%, from $7.89 to $7.32. The illustration is by AKIRA EGAWA.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $40.82 | 2 |
| ACE | 9 | $17.79 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $79.99 | 3 |
| CGC | 9 | $12.26 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $102.23 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $17.77 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $16.32 | 4 |
| PSA | 7 | $10.37 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Espathra price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €8.25 | $7.23 |
| Oct 2026 | €7.45 | $7.59 |
| Sep 2026 | €7.45 | $7.95 |
| Aug 2026 | €6.09 | $7.90 |
| Jul 2026 | €5.50 | $6.57 |
| Jun 2026 | €7.18 | $5.15 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Espathra #197 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $7.32, a PSA 10 sells for around $102.23 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €8.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Espathra #197 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Espathra #197 sells for about $102.23 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $7.32 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Espathra #197 rare?
Espathra #197 is printed at Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 26 by price among the 266 cards in Paradox Rift. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Espathra #197 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -7.2% to about $7.32. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Espathra #197 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 14.0x raw ($94.91 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 Espathra I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (197) 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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