| Set | XY Black Star Promos |
| Card number | XY178 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 100 |
| Artist | Hasuno |
| Released | Oct 2013 |
Absol #XY178 Value (XY Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Sitting in the stronger portion of the XY Black Star Promo price rankings, Absol XY178 is more substantial than its simple Promo designation suggests. Hasuno supplied the illustration, giving artist collectors another clearly identified entry from the later XY numbering run. The card also benefits from Absol's long-standing popularity as a Dark-type favorite.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $60.03 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €54.00 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €40.32 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 3 |
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Absol #XY178: rarity, grading and trend
Absol #XY178 is a Promo Pokémon card from XY Black Star Promos, the XY era (2013). Over the last 30 days the price rose +23%, from $48.66 to $60.03. The illustration is by Hasuno.
Absol price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | - | $60.03 |
| Oct 2026 | - | $55.26 |
| Sep 2026 | - | $48.66 |
| Aug 2026 | - | $41.97 |
| Jul 2026 | €50.00 | $33.74 |
| Mar 2026 | €50.00 | $25.91 |
| Feb 2026 | €50.00 | $25.16 |
| Jan 2026 | €50.00 | $22.94 |
| Dec 2025 | €50.00 | $23.66 |
| Nov 2025 | €50.00 | $24.41 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Absol #XY178 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $60.03. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Absol #XY178 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +23% to about $60.03. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Absol I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (XY178) 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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