| Set | Surging Sparks |
| Card number | 249 |
| Rarity | Hyper Rare |
| Type | Trainer |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | Toyste Beach |
| Released | Nov 2024 |
Counter Gain #249 Value (Surging Sparks)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Counter Gain is a Hyper Rare Trainer card from the Surging Sparks set, illustrated by Toyste Beach. Its full art design and secret rare numbering at #249 make it a standout chase card for collectors focused on trainer supporters. Counter Gain sits in the affordable tier of the set's hit cards, which keeps it accessible for players building sets. As one collector put it, 'the artwork carries this card more than its playability does.'
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $1.57 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €3.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €4.32 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €4.13 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 475 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $39.00 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Counter Gain #249: rarity, grading and trend
Counter Gain #249 is a Hyper Rare Trainer card from Surging Sparks, the Scarlet & Violet era (2024). It ranks as number 34 by price out of 252 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 25x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -30%, from $2.23 to $1.57. The illustration is by Toyste Beach.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 10 | $43.52 | - |
| PSA | 9 | $34.60 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Counter Gain price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €3.99 | $1.53 |
| Oct 2026 | €3.95 | $1.83 |
| Sep 2026 | €3.99 | $2.33 |
| Aug 2026 | €3.96 | $2.55 |
| Jul 2026 | €4.00 | $2.90 |
| Jun 2026 | €4.00 | $3.20 |
| May 2026 | €4.00 | $3.20 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Counter Gain #249 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $1.57, a PSA 10 sells for around $39.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €3.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Counter Gain #249 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Counter Gain #249 sells for about $39.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $1.57 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Counter Gain #249 rare?
Counter Gain #249 is printed at Hyper Rare rarity and ranks number 34 by price among the 252 cards in Surging Sparks. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Counter Gain #249 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -30% to about $1.57. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Counter Gain #249 worth grading?
Usually not. A PSA 10 only adds about $37.43 over raw, which leaves little after grading fees, shipping and the risk of a lower grade.
How do I check which printing of Counter Gain I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (249) 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.
Why is there a large gap between raw and PSA 10 value?
Modern Hyper Rares often show print lines and centering issues, so a true gem mint copy is harder to find, which widens the price gap between grades.
How can I check current prices for Counter Gain?
You can scan the card using the Card Value Scanner iPhone app to pull up live market prices across grading tiers in seconds.
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