| Set | POP Series 2 |
| Card number | 3 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 70 |
| Artist | Kouki Saitou |
| Released | Aug 2005 |
Raikou #3 Value (POP Series 2)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Raikou #3 is part of the rare Pokémon trio in the POP Series 2 from August 2005. Artist Kouki Saitou captured this Legendary Beast in detailed artwork, making it a memorable element of the smaller POP set series.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $25.74 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €94.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €90.71 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €65.15 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 22 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $1,300 |
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Raikou #3: rarity, grading and trend
Raikou #3 is a Rare Pokémon card from POP Series 2, the POP era (2005). It ranks as number 5 by price out of 17 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. A PSA 10 sells for about 51x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price rose +23%, from $20.86 to $25.74. The illustration is by Kouki Saitou.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 9 | $223.96 | 1 |
| CGC | 8 | $54.41 | 3 |
| PSA | 10 | $1,300 | 3 |
| PSA | 9 | $261.29 | 3 |
| PSA | 8 | $170.21 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $64.95 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Raikou price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €94.00 | $25.74 |
| Oct 2026 | €94.00 | $24.29 |
| Sep 2026 | €94.00 | $20.91 |
| Aug 2026 | €95.00 | $20.84 |
| Jul 2026 | €96.89 | $20.38 |
| Jun 2026 | €98.00 | $19.44 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Raikou #3 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $25.74, a PSA 10 sells for around $1,300 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €94.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Raikou #3 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Raikou #3 sells for about $1,300 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $25.74 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Raikou #3 rare?
Raikou #3 is printed at Rare rarity and ranks number 5 by price among the 17 cards in POP Series 2. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Raikou #3 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +23% to about $25.74. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Raikou #3 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 50.5x raw ($1,274 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 Raikou I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (3) 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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