| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
| Card number | SM159 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 110 |
| Artist | Misa Tsutsui |
| Released | Feb 2017 |
Zapdos #SM159 Value (SM Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Zapdos, released as a promo in 2017’s Sun & Moon series, showcases artwork by Misa Tsutsui. It features a relatively high raw value band and a PSA10 premium near 25 times raw value, reflecting strong collector demand.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $341.88 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €24.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €65.33 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €35.81 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 72 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $370.00 |
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Zapdos #SM159: rarity, grading and trend
Zapdos #SM159 is a Promo Pokémon card from SM Black Star Promos, the Sun & Moon era (2017). It ranks as number 61 by price out of 310 cards in the set. The PSA 10 premium is only about $28.12 over raw, so grading rarely leaves much profit after fees and shipping. Over the last 30 days the price rose +2,198%, from $14.88 to $341.88. The illustration is by Misa Tsutsui.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $300.00 | 1 |
| ACE | 8 | $4.92 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $359.31 | 1 |
| CGC | 8 | $35.93 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $370.00 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $133.84 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $26.98 | 4 |
| PSA | 7 | $232.80 | 2 |
| TAG | 9 | $38.62 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Zapdos price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €24.99 | $341.88 |
| Oct 2026 | €23.86 | $130.90 |
| Sep 2026 | €25.00 | $14.72 |
| Aug 2026 | €24.71 | $14.51 |
| Jul 2026 | €24.38 | $15.75 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Zapdos #SM159 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $341.88, a PSA 10 sells for around $370.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €24.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Zapdos #SM159 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Zapdos #SM159 sells for about $370.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $341.88 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Zapdos #SM159 rare?
Zapdos #SM159 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 61 by price among the 310 cards in SM Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Zapdos #SM159 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +2,198% to about $341.88. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Zapdos #SM159 worth grading?
Usually not. A PSA 10 only adds about $28.12 over raw, which leaves little after grading fees, shipping and the risk of a lower grade.
How do I check which printing of Zapdos I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (SM159) 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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