Valuing Pokemon Cards

All Pokemon Cards have some value but rarer cards can go for higher prices as enthusiasts wish to collect them. When valuing Pokemon cards the following ought to be considered -

Condition – The condition of a card greatly affects its value. Perfect condition would be a new card still sealed or never used. Pokemon Cards which have been used or exposed to oxidation will command less of a fee.

Type – The Type of Pokemon Card also has significant importance in determining its value. Holographic Pokemon Cards are considered more valuable as are certain characters such as Charizard.

Comparison – A good idea of a cards value can be obtained by looking for prices online. eBay is a good place to start looking – just type in the character name and compare value and condition.

Historical Value – Look for the price that cards have historically sold for and not what price is being demanded by auctioneers and retailers. Often a seller will inflate their prices. To summarise a good Pokemon Deck should contain roughly 20 energy cards, 30 Pokemon cards, and 10 Trainer cards – but always ensure that you keep a good supply of energy cards.