How to read a card and understand its price
Number, expansion, rarity, versions and language: what each detail means and how it affects value.
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The number and the expansion
At the bottom of the card you will find its number within the expansion, like 094/203 (card 94 of 203), next to the expansion symbol. On Pokemarket you always see that number in the search and in the listing so you can identify the exact card.
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Cards with a number above the total
Some cards have a number higher than the total (for example 215/203). They are usually special versions, often rarer and more valuable, that do not count in the expansion’s official total.
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Rarity
It is shown with a symbol next to the number: circle (common), diamond (uncommon) and star (rare), plus special rarities such as Holo Rare, Ultra Rare, Illustration Rare or Secret Rare. On Pokemarket rarity appears as a coloured tag: the more eye-catching, the more special the card.
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Versions
The same card can exist in several versions: normal, reverse holo (everything shines except the artwork), holo, first edition or promo. Their value can be very different, so always choose the exact version when you publish.
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Language and print
Language changes value and demand. Japanese, English and Spanish cards are not priced alike. Always state the real language of your card.
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How the recommended price is worked out
When you publish we show a recommended price based on the average market price of that card and version. The history shows the evolution with the averages of the last 1, 7 and 30 days; if we do not have our own history for a card yet, the dashed line is an estimate.
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How to set your price
Start from the recommended one and adjust for condition and version. A price below half the recommended one asks for confirmation before publishing, to avoid mistakes. In an auction you may start lower on purpose.
Official references and resources
- Pokémon TCG · Card databaseLook up official cards by name, expansion and rarity to compare with yours.pokemon.com (External link)
- Pokémon TCG · Official siteExpansions, news, rules and resources of the Pokémon Trading Card Game.pokemon.com (External link)
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