| Set | XY Black Star Promos |
| Card number | XY197 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 130 |
| Artist | kirisAki |
| Released | Oct 2013 |
Arceus #XY197 Value (XY Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Arceus XY197 from the 2013 XY Black Star Promos stands out through art by kirisAki and occupies a mid-tier price rank in the set. Its recent price growth reflects steady appreciation for this promo rarity.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $18.08 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €36.90 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €24.58 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €23.64 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 23 |
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Why Arceus #XY197 is priced where it is
Arceus #XY197 is a Promo Pokémon card from XY Black Star Promos, the XY era (2013). It ranks as number 81 by price out of 256 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +17%, from $15.45 to $18.08. The illustration is by kirisAki.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $101.24 | 1 |
| PSA | 9 | $181.37 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $62.46 | 1 |
| PSA | 7 | $19.05 | 3 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Arceus price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €36.90 | $18.08 |
| Oct 2026 | €35.86 | $17.26 |
| Sep 2026 | €27.13 | $15.43 |
| Aug 2026 | €18.96 | $14.55 |
| Jul 2026 | €18.58 | $13.89 |
| Jun 2026 | €14.22 | $10.93 |
| May 2026 | €12.44 | $10.93 |
| Apr 2026 | €18.00 | $10.93 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Arceus #XY197 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $18.08, the Cardmarket low is €36.90. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Arceus #XY197 rare?
Arceus #XY197 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 81 by price among the 256 cards in XY Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Arceus #XY197 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +17% to about $18.08. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Arceus I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (XY197) 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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