| Set | Twilight Masquerade |
| Card number | 196 |
| Rarity | Ultra Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 230 |
| Artist | PLANETA Mochizuki |
| Released | May 2024 |
Iron Thorns ex #196 Value (Twilight Masquerade)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Iron Thorns ex is an Ultra Rare from Scarlet & Violet’s Twilight Masquerade, released in May 2024. Numbered 196 with artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki, it sits just outside the upper mid-tier in price ranking, reflecting moderate collector attention.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $2.29 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €1.99 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €2.10 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €2.13 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 580 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $45.00 |
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Why Iron Thorns ex #196 is priced where it is
Iron Thorns ex #196 is an Ultra Rare Pokémon card from Twilight Masquerade, the Scarlet & Violet era (2024). It ranks as number 51 by price out of 226 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 20x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price rose +4.6%, from $2.19 to $2.29. The illustration is by PLANETA Mochizuki.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 10 | $50.22 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Iron Thorns ex price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €1.75 | $2.30 |
| Oct 2026 | €1.50 | $2.06 |
| Sep 2026 | €1.50 | $2.27 |
| Aug 2026 | €1.50 | $2.14 |
| Jul 2026 | €1.47 | $1.81 |
| Jun 2026 | €1.40 | $1.81 |
| May 2026 | €1.28 | $1.81 |
| Apr 2026 | €1.23 | $1.81 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Iron Thorns ex #196 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.29, a PSA 10 sells for around $45.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €1.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Iron Thorns ex #196 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Iron Thorns ex #196 sells for about $45.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $2.29 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Iron Thorns ex #196 rare?
Iron Thorns ex #196 is printed at Ultra Rare rarity and ranks number 51 by price among the 226 cards in Twilight Masquerade. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Iron Thorns ex #196 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +4.6% to about $2.29. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Iron Thorns ex #196 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $42.71 over raw (19.7x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Iron Thorns ex 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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