Shaymin #XY188 XY Black Star Promos Pokemon card
SetXY Black Star Promos
Card numberXY188
RarityPromo
TypePokémon
HP70
ArtistKen Sugimori
ReleasedOct 2013

Shaymin #XY188 Value (XY Black Star Promos)

$11.55 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 Shaymin #XY188 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $11.55, the Cardmarket low is €19.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Released alongside other XY promos in October 2013, Shaymin XY188 features classic Ken Sugimori art. Positioned around the mid-100s in set price ranking, this promo enjoys rising demand and built recognition within the XY Black Star collections.

Current prices

SourcePrice
TCGplayer market price (USD)$11.55
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)€19.00
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)€13.08
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)€8.30
Cardmarket listings available28

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Why Shaymin #XY188 is priced where it is

Shaymin #XY188 is a Promo Pokémon card from XY Black Star Promos, the XY era (2013). It ranks as number 127 by price out of 256 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +6.5%, from $10.84 to $11.55. The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.

Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)

GradingGradeMedian soldSales
PSA9$179.901

Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.

Is it worth grading? Since raw prices are moderate, investing in grading may be less urgent. Watch for typical wear zones such as edges and centering that can affect final grades in this promo subset.

Shaymin price history

Jan 13, 2026Low $4.56 · High $11.56Nov 2, 2026
MonthAvg Cardmarket lowAvg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026€19.00$11.55
Oct 2026€13.55$11.26
Sep 2026€12.00$10.97
Aug 2026€12.00$10.67
Jul 2026€11.60$9.47
Jun 2026€12.25$5.61
May 2026€10.65$5.61
Apr 2026€6.13$5.61
Mar 2026€4.41$5.41
Feb 2026€2.65$4.97
Jan 2026€3.95$4.62
The Ken Sugimori signature style and Shaymin’s distinct design make this version desirable to those favoring original series art. Its upward price trend suggests growing interest in this particular promo.

Frequently asked questions

What is Shaymin #XY188 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $11.55, the Cardmarket low is €19.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Shaymin #XY188 rare?

Shaymin #XY188 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 127 by price among the 256 cards in XY Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Shaymin #XY188 going up in value?

Over the last 30 days it rose +6.5% to about $11.55. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.

How do I check which printing of Shaymin I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (XY188) 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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