| Set | XY |
| Card number | 142 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 180 |
| Artist | Ryo Ueda |
| Released | Feb 2014 |
Blastoise-EX #142 Value (XY)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Leading the XY expansion's price ranking, Blastoise-EX 142 is a Rare Ultra from the set's late-numbered full-art group. Ryo Ueda's illustration and the character's original-starter status give it broad recognition. Its position beside Venusaur-EX also makes the pair an obvious focal point within the base XY checklist.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $150.59 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €140.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €121.74 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €117.62 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 78 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $75.18 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Blastoise-EX #142: rarity, grading and trend
Blastoise-EX #142 is a Rare Ultra Pokémon card from XY, the XY era (2014). It ranks as the most valuable card out of 146 cards in the set, so it is one of the cards collectors chase when opening packs. The PSA 10 premium is only about $-75.41 over raw, so grading rarely leaves much profit after fees and shipping. Over the last 30 days the price rose +10%, from $136.84 to $150.59. The illustration is by Ryo Ueda.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $51.54 | 2 |
| ACE | 9 | $14.89 | 5 |
| BGS | 9 | $355.02 | 2 |
| CGC | 10 | $33.37 | 2 |
| CGC | 9 | $288.60 | 4 |
| CGC | 8 | $145.46 | 3 |
| CGC | 7 | $113.97 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $75.18 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $582.92 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $225.69 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $128.54 | 5 |
| TAG | 9 | $18.00 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Blastoise-EX price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €140.00 | $150.59 |
| Oct 2026 | €146.45 | $143.96 |
| Sep 2026 | €147.17 | $135.09 |
| Aug 2026 | €144.99 | $134.00 |
| Jul 2026 | €145.83 | $126.34 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Blastoise-EX #142 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $150.59, a PSA 10 sells for around $75.18 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €140.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Blastoise-EX #142 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Blastoise-EX #142 sells for about $75.18 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $150.59 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Blastoise-EX #142 rare?
Blastoise-EX #142 is printed at Rare Ultra rarity and ranks number 1 by price among the 146 cards in XY. That puts it among the set’s chase cards.
Is Blastoise-EX #142 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +10% to about $150.59. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Blastoise-EX #142 worth grading?
Usually not. A PSA 10 only adds about $-75.41 over raw, which leaves little after grading fees, shipping and the risk of a lower grade.
How do I check which printing of Blastoise-EX I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (142) 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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