Chespin #XY88 XY Black Star Promos Pokemon card
SetXY Black Star Promos
Card numberXY88
RarityPromo
TypePokémon
HP60
ArtistAtsuko Nishida
ReleasedOct 2013

Chespin #XY88 Value (XY Black Star Promos)

$8.21 raw near mint
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Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.

How much is Chespin #XY88 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $8.21, the Cardmarket low is €24.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Chespin from the XY Black Star Promos collection was released in late 2013 as a promotional card, featuring artwork by Atsuko Nishida. It ranks toward the lower half of the set's values but sees increased interest recently, making it more than just a common promo character.

Current prices

SourcePrice
TCGplayer market price (USD)$8.21
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)€24.99
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)€7.96
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)€5.41
Cardmarket listings available9

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Chespin #XY88: rarity, grading and trend

Chespin #XY88 is a Promo Pokémon card from XY Black Star Promos, the XY era (2013). It ranks as number 105 by price out of 256 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +13%, from $7.24 to $8.21. The illustration is by Atsuko Nishida.

Is it worth grading? While raw prices are modest, grading may not offer strong value uplift as premium grades are less impactful for common promos. Focus on centering and corners since these are critical for a clean grade in this era.

Chespin price history

Jan 8, 2026Low $2.54 · High $8.21Nov 2, 2026
MonthAvg Cardmarket lowAvg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026€24.99$8.21
Oct 2026€9.07$7.92
Sep 2026€5.25$7.10
Aug 2026€5.34$5.98
Jul 2026€5.35$5.40
Jun 2026€4.30$3.79
Apr 2026€4.13$3.79
Mar 2026€4.50$3.65
Feb 2026€4.50$2.93
Jan 2026€4.50$2.58
Atsuko Nishida's art appeals to fans of classic Pokémon design. Its status as a Black Star Promo means it complements collections emphasizing promo variants or the XY series in general.

Frequently asked questions

What is Chespin #XY88 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $8.21, the Cardmarket low is €24.99. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Chespin #XY88 rare?

Chespin #XY88 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 105 by price among the 256 cards in XY Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Chespin #XY88 going up in value?

Over the last 30 days it rose +13% to about $8.21. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.

How do I check which printing of Chespin I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (XY88) 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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