Blastoise & Piplup-GX Rainbow Rare #253
Cosmic Eclipse · Pokémon TCG
Market Value (Raw)
£141.10
Price by Grade
Ungraded
£141.10
PSA 10
£312.05
PSA 9
£187.23
PSA 8
£109.22
BGS 10
£358.86
BGS 9.5
£234.04
CGC 10
£280.85
CGC 9.5
£171.63
SGC 10
£249.64
| Card Number | #253 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| Type | Water |
| HP | 270 |
| Set | Cosmic Eclipse |
Pokédex — blastoise
Blastoise & Piplup-GX Rainbow Rare #253 from the Cosmic Eclipse set. Current raw market value: $178.61.Click the eBay button above to find this exact card on eBay UK.
Price History
Live▲ 280.3%19 data pointsPrice history pooled from marketplace sources (eBay, TCGPlayer) · Updated daily · Hover for details
Price by Grade
Estimated from price models — not live graded salesEstimated values modelled from raw market prices · Verify before trading · Hover for details
Pull Odds & Value Analysis
Cosmic EclipsePull Odds
N/A
PSA 10 Pop: 956
Cost to Pull
N/A
Market pack price
Raw Price
$119.59
Ungraded market
PSA 10 Value
$395.00
Graded market price
Pull odds based on rarity tier for Cosmic Eclipse · Cost to Pull = pack price × pull odds · Data from Pokegrade.ai
Investment Analysis
Current Value
$178.61
Market price (raw)
Price Range
$130.75 – $230.48
52-week estimate
Volatility
24%
High fluctuation
Market Trend
→ Stable
Short-term outlook
Analysis is algorithmically generated and should not be considered financial advice.
About Blastoise & Piplup-GX — Cosmic Eclipse
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is a Basic,TAG TEAM,GX card from the Cosmic Eclipse set (card #253). It carries a rarity of Rare Rainbow, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Water-type Pokémon, Blastoise & Piplup-GX brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.
Water-type Pokémon offer versatility with spread damage and energy acceleration. A staple in many competitive archetypes.
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is a Basic Pokémon, meaning it can be played directly onto the bench without needing to evolve. Basic Pokémon form the foundation of any deck and are essential for getting your game started.
With 270 HP, Blastoise & Piplup-GX boasts impressive survivability on the board, making it a formidable tank in sustained battles.
Blastoise & Piplup-GX Price Analysis
With a current market value of $178.61, Blastoise & Piplup-GX is one of the more valuable cards in the Cosmic Eclipse set. At this price point, professional grading is strongly recommended — a PSA 10 gem mint copy could command a significant premium. Track price movements carefully, as high-value cards can fluctuate with market demand.
From an investment perspective, Blastoise & Piplup-GX benefits from being a Rare Rainbow card in the Cosmic Eclipse expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.
How to Buy Blastoise & Piplup-GX
The best way to find Blastoise & Piplup-GX at a fair price is to check live market data. Our price tracking aggregates completed eBay sales so you see what collectors actually pay — not inflated listing prices. Use the eBay button above to search for this exact card, or browse all Cosmic Eclipse cards to compare prices across the set.
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Investment Scorecard
Good Prospect
Blastoise & Piplup-GX · Cosmic Eclipse
Not financial advice. This score is algorithmically generated from rarity, market data, and popularity signals. Always do your own research before purchasing.
Graded Values & ROI Analysis
Estimated graded prices vs raw market value
| Company | Grade | Est. Value | Grading ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
PSA | 10 | $395.00 | +$216.39(+121%) |
PSA | 9 | $237.00 | +$58.39(+33%) |
PSA | 8 | $138.25 | $-40.36(-23%) |
BGS★ Top Value | 10 | $454.25 | +$275.64(+154%) |
BGS | 9.5 | $296.25 | +$117.64(+66%) |
CGC | 10 | $355.50 | +$176.89(+99%) |
CGC | 9.5 | $217.25 | +$38.64(+22%) |
SGC | 10 | $316.00 | +$137.39(+77%) |
Best grading opportunity
BGS 10 — $454.25
vs Raw ($178.61)
+$275.64
Graded values are estimates based on recent market data. Actual results may vary.
Recent Price Data
Last 8 recorded prices from eBay
Avg Price
$65.88
▼ 63.1% vs current
| Date | Source | Price | vs Current |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2026 | ebay | $178.61 | ▲0.0% |
| Aug 19, 2026 | ebay | $53.54 | ▼70.0% |
| Aug 12, 2026 | ebay | $60.13 | ▼66.3% |
| Aug 5, 2026 | ebay | $46.96 | ▼73.7% |
| Aug 4, 2026 | ebay | $46.96 | ▼73.7% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | ebay | $46.96 | ▼73.7% |
| Aug 2, 2026 | ebay | $46.96 | ▼73.7% |
| Aug 1, 2026 | ebay | $46.96 | ▼73.7% |
Price data from eBay completed listings · Updated daily via automated pipeline
