| Set | Scarlet & Violet |
| Card number | 257 |
| Rarity | Hyper Rare |
| Type | Energy |
| HP | 0 |
| Released | Mar 2023 |
Basic Lightning Energy #257 Value (Scarlet & Violet)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Sep 17, 2026.
Basic Lightning Energy #257 is a Hyper Rare secret rare from the Scarlet & Violet base set, distinguished by its full art energy design rather than any Pokemon artwork. Full art basic energy cards remain unusual in Pokemon TCG print history, which is part of why this card earns its Hyper Rare classification. Collectors often add it while chasing a complete secret rare run from the set. It functions identically to a standard Lightning Energy in gameplay despite its elevated rarity tier.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $2.81 |
| TCGplayer mid price (USD) | $4.12 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €2.50 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €3.29 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €3.21 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 562 |
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Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $28.76 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Basic Lightning Energy price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | €2.50 | $3.10 |
| Aug 2026 | €2.77 | $3.33 |
| Jul 2026 | €2.90 | $3.53 |
| Jun 2026 | €2.49 | $3.53 |
Frequently asked questions
How much is Basic Lightning Energy #257 worth?
How much is Basic Lightning Energy #257 worth? As of Sep 17, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.81, the Cardmarket low is €2.50. Prices update daily from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is Basic Lightning Energy #257 worth?
How much is Basic Lightning Energy #257 worth? As of Sep 17, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.81, the Cardmarket low is €2.50. Prices update daily from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
How can I identify Basic Lightning Energy #257 with my phone?
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