| 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 Sep 17, 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) | $2.41 |
| TCGplayer mid price (USD) | $3.42 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €4.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €4.76 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €4.71 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 482 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $39.00 |
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Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 10 | $44.86 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Counter Gain price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | €4.00 | $2.37 |
| 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
How much is Counter Gain #249 worth?
How much is Counter Gain #249 worth? As of Sep 17, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.41, a PSA 10 sells for around $39.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €4.00. Prices update daily from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is Counter Gain #249 worth?
How much is Counter Gain #249 worth? As of Sep 17, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.41, a PSA 10 sells for around $39.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €4.00. Prices update daily from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Counter Gain #249 worth?
As of Sep 17, 2026, a PSA 10 Counter Gain #249 sells for about $39.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $2.41 for a raw near mint copy.
How can I identify Counter Gain #249 with my phone?
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How do I track the value of Counter Gain #249 in a collection?
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Is Counter Gain rare?
Yes, it is classified as Hyper Rare, the top rarity tier in Surging Sparks, reserved for full art secret rare cards like this one.
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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