| Set | Paradox Rift |
| Card number | 259 |
| Rarity | Special Illustration Rare |
| Type | Trainer |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | AKIRA EGAWA |
| Released | Nov 2023 |
Tulip #259 Value (Paradox Rift)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Tulip #259 is a Special Illustration Rare from Paradox Rift, featuring artwork by AKIRA EGAWA. The card sits in the affordable tier of the set's SIR lineup, making it accessible to collectors who want an illustration-style card without chasing the priciest chase pulls. Tulip consistently draws attention for its clean composition and soft color palette. It remains one of the more approachable SIR entries in the set for newer collectors.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $6.63 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €5.69 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €6.47 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €6.17 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 403 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $65.00 |
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Tulip #259: rarity, grading and trend
Tulip #259 is a Special Illustration Rare Trainer card from Paradox Rift, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 33 by price out of 266 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 9.8x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($6.74 to $6.63). The illustration is by AKIRA EGAWA.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 10 | $72.54 | - |
| PSA | 9 | $65.84 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Tulip price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €5.69 | $6.63 |
| Oct 2026 | €5.65 | $6.85 |
| Sep 2026 | €5.67 | $6.77 |
| Aug 2026 | €5.02 | $7.07 |
| Jul 2026 | €4.79 | $6.97 |
| Jun 2026 | €3.93 | $6.08 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Tulip #259 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $6.63, a PSA 10 sells for around $65.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €5.69. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Tulip #259 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Tulip #259 sells for about $65.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $6.63 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Tulip #259 rare?
Tulip #259 is printed at Special Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 33 by price among the 266 cards in Paradox Rift. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Tulip #259 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $6.63.
Is Tulip #259 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $58.37 over raw (9.8x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Tulip I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (259) 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.
What rarity is Tulip #259 from Paradox Rift?
It is a Special Illustration Rare, a category known for full-art illustration treatments distinct from standard Pokemon rarities.
Is Tulip #259 considered a high-value card?
It falls into the affordable tier compared to other SIRs in Paradox Rift, though PSA 10 examples still carry a notably higher premium than raw copies.
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