| Set | Surging Sparks |
| Card number | 196 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 70 |
| Artist | Whisker |
| Released | Nov 2024 |
Larvesta #196 Value (Surging Sparks)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Larvesta appears as an Illustration Rare in the 2024 Surging Sparks set within the Scarlet & Violet series. The card’s artwork by Whisker captures the fiery larval Pokémon with detailed textures and lively colors, ranking moderately in set popularity.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $2.23 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €2.10 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €2.38 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €2.60 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 671 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $60.00 |
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Why Larvesta #196 is priced where it is
Larvesta #196 is an Illustration Rare Pokémon card from Surging Sparks, the Scarlet & Violet era (2024). It ranks as number 46 by price out of 252 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 27x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -9.0%, from $2.45 to $2.23. The illustration is by Whisker.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $55.80 | - |
| PSA | 10 | $66.96 | - |
| PSA | 9 | $22.32 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Larvesta price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €2.10 | $2.23 |
| Oct 2026 | €2.10 | $2.23 |
| Sep 2026 | €2.15 | $2.43 |
| Aug 2026 | €2.25 | $2.21 |
| Jul 2026 | €2.15 | $1.59 |
| Jun 2026 | €1.99 | $1.59 |
| May 2026 | €1.99 | $1.59 |
| Apr 2026 | €1.25 | $1.59 |
| Mar 2026 | €1.25 | $1.60 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Larvesta #196 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.23, a PSA 10 sells for around $60.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €2.10. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Larvesta #196 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Larvesta #196 sells for about $60.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $2.23 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Larvesta #196 rare?
Larvesta #196 is printed at Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 46 by price among the 252 cards in Surging Sparks. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Larvesta #196 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -9.0% to about $2.23. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Larvesta #196 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $57.77 over raw (26.9x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Larvesta I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (196) 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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