| Set | Paradox Rift |
| Card number | 208 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 180 |
| Artist | nisimono |
| Released | Nov 2023 |
Steelix #208 Value (Paradox Rift)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Steelix is an Illustration Rare from Paradox Rift, introduced late 2023 within the Scarlet & Violet series. Created by nisimono, it ranks impressively as one of the most valuable Illustration Rares, backed by a steady price increase.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $28.91 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €20.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €21.09 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €20.99 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 381 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $138.32 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Steelix #208: rarity, grading and trend
Steelix #208 is an Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Paradox Rift, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 8 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 4.8x raw, roughly $109.41 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Over the last 30 days the price fell -8.8%, from $31.69 to $28.91. The illustration is by nisimono.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $69.43 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $29.99 | 5 |
| CGC | 10 | $49.35 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $138.32 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $31.40 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $16.07 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $11.50 | 5 |
| TAG | 10 | $113.36 | 5 |
| TAG | 9 | $39.00 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Steelix price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €20.00 | $29.06 |
| Oct 2026 | €21.72 | $30.96 |
| Sep 2026 | €24.90 | $33.03 |
| Aug 2026 | €24.47 | $34.89 |
| Jul 2026 | €24.77 | $30.41 |
| Jun 2026 | €25.00 | $24.14 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Steelix #208 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $28.91, a PSA 10 sells for around $138.32 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €20.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Steelix #208 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Steelix #208 sells for about $138.32 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $28.91 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Steelix #208 rare?
Steelix #208 is printed at Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 8 by price among the 266 cards in Paradox Rift. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Steelix #208 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -8.8% to about $28.91. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Steelix #208 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.8x raw ($109.41 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 Steelix I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (208) 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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