| Set | XY Black Star Promos |
| Card number | XY171 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 230 |
| Artist | 5ban Graphics |
| Released | Oct 2013 |
M Salamence-EX #XY171 Value (XY Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Mega Evolution gives M Salamence-EX a distinct place among the XY Black Star Promos. Number XY171 pairs a popular Dragon Pokémon with the polished computer-rendered style of 5ban Graphics. Its upper-tier price rank within the large promo checklist, plus a recent upward trend, makes it more notable than a routine promotional release.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $68.85 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €125.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €50.69 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €56.00 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 83 |
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Why M Salamence-EX #XY171 is priced where it is
M Salamence-EX #XY171 is a Promo Pokémon card from XY Black Star Promos, the XY era (2013). It ranks as number 25 by price out of 256 cards in the set. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($66.89 to $68.85). The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 8 | $88.27 | 1 |
| PSA | 7 | $220.63 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
M Salamence-EX price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €125.00 | $68.85 |
| Oct 2026 | €123.38 | $68.62 |
| Sep 2026 | €110.78 | $64.57 |
| Aug 2026 | €126.40 | $60.72 |
| Mar 2026 | - | $46.54 |
| Feb 2026 | - | $46.49 |
| Jan 2026 | - | $46.55 |
| Dec 2025 | - | $47.71 |
| Nov 2025 | - | $47.91 |
Frequently asked questions
What is M Salamence-EX #XY171 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $68.85, the Cardmarket low is €125.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is M Salamence-EX #XY171 rare?
M Salamence-EX #XY171 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 25 by price among the 256 cards in XY Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is M Salamence-EX #XY171 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $68.85.
How do I check which printing of M Salamence-EX I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (XY171) 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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