
Live single-card value guide
Pikachu ex #238 Surging Sparks Price Guide
Pikachu ex #238 is the special illustration rare from Surging Sparks. Use the collector number with the set name when searching, because many Pikachu ex cards and promotional printings share similar wording.
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Exact printing
Pikachu ex from Surging Sparks, collector number 238. Match all three details before comparing prices.
Printed rarity
Special illustration rare. Marketplace categories can be inconsistent, so confirm the physical card rather than relying only on a seller’s title.
Condition matters
Raw, near-mint, played, damaged, and professionally graded cards should be researched separately.
How to identify this card
Verify Surging Sparks, number 238, artwork, language, and finish before comparing sales. Separate raw listings from graded copies and disregard listings that use stock photos for a different printing.
The live figure above is a marketplace estimate, not a guaranteed sale price or professional appraisal. Completed-sale evidence and clear photographs provide better context than a single active listing.
What changes its value?
Centering, corners, edge whitening, surface scratches, print lines, and manufacturing defects can create meaningful differences between copies. Review both sides under clear lighting before assigning a condition.
- Match the exact set and collector number.
- Compare the same language and finish.
- Separate raw and graded examples.
- Check recent sold listings, not only asking prices.
Pikachu ex #238 questions
How often does the estimate change?
The displayed estimate can change whenever the marketplace feed supplies updated pricing. Availability varies by card and finish.
Is this an appraisal?
No. It is a research starting point. Authentication, condition, grading, language, and buyer demand can move the actual sale price substantially.
Where can I compare this card?
Use the full price tool for database details, then compare recent marketplace listings that match the same printing and condition.