| Set | XY Black Star Promos |
| Card number | XY173 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 180 |
| Artist | 5ban Graphics |
| Released | Oct 2013 |
Volcanion-EX #XY173 Value (XY Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $2.94 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €3.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €4.19 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €3.32 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 119 |
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Volcanion-EX #XY173: rarity, grading and trend
Volcanion-EX #XY173 is a Promo Pokémon card from XY Black Star Promos, the XY era (2013). It ranks as number 205 by price out of 256 cards in the set. At this price most copies change hands raw, often in bulk lots, and graded sales are rare. Over the last 30 days the price fell -15%, from $3.45 to $2.94. The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.
Volcanion-EX price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €3.00 | $2.94 |
| Oct 2026 | €3.00 | $2.98 |
| Sep 2026 | €3.00 | $3.16 |
| Aug 2026 | €2.72 | $2.68 |
| Jul 2026 | €2.67 | $1.97 |
| Jun 2026 | €2.93 | $1.97 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Volcanion-EX #XY173 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $2.94, the Cardmarket low is €3.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Volcanion-EX #XY173 rare?
Volcanion-EX #XY173 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 205 by price among the 256 cards in XY Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Volcanion-EX #XY173 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -15% to about $2.94. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Volcanion-EX I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (XY173) 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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