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Reference snapshot · Jun 7, 02:38 AM UTC · Pokémon catalog reference snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference
Carbink - 242/217
RawIllustration Rare
Carbink - 242/217 #242 from Ascended Heroes is tracked as a Illustration Rare card with a current CardIntel reference price of $5.97. Recent movement is +6.0% on the latest tracked window. The page compares source-labeled price snapshots, blended history, activity signals, and comparable cards using Pokémon catalog reference snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference; prices are shown as of Jun 7, 02:38 AM UTC.
Card Game
Pokémon
Set/Year
Ascended Heroes
Card #
242
Artist
—
Variant
Holofoil
Cross-Platform Pricing
Reference Price
Snapshot-backed reference
$5.97
TCGPlayer Market
Aggregate
$5.97
TCGPlayer Low
Listing
$4.21
TCGPlayer Mid
Median
$5.97
TCGPlayer High
Listing
$5.97
| Source | Price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Reference Price | $5.97 | Snapshot-backed reference |
| TCGPlayer Market | $5.97 | Aggregate |
| TCGPlayer Low | $4.21 | Listing |
| TCGPlayer Mid | $5.97 | Median |
| TCGPlayer High | $5.97 | Listing |
Data Quality
Blended history5 verified snapshot points + 13 modeled bridge points.
Snapshot sourcePokémon catalog reference snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference
MethodCatalog connector snapshot
Reference basisSnapshot-backed reference
Chart latest layerPokemonPriceTracker snapshot
30D Activity
Low0 pts
Observed 30-day activity volume proxy. Use it as a liquidity signal, not as a confirmed completed-sales count.
Advanced Analytics
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Reference Price
$5.97
▲ 6.0%
As of Jun 7, 02:38 AM UTC · Snapshot-backed reference · High confidence
7D Change
—
30D Activity
0 pts
Price Action
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Blended history: 5 verified snapshot points + 13 modeled bridge points. · Includes modeled data
Moves: 24h/7d badges compare the latest verified snapshot to the nearest prior snapshot in history — not intraday exchange ticks.
Why Is This Moving?
3 EventsPokémon TCG: Surging Sparks Released— Neutral
The latest Scarlet & Violet expansion 'Surging Sparks' officially launched worldwide. Early chase cards include Pikachu ex SAR and several new Illustration Rares. First-week prices are inflated — expect correction in 2-4 weeks.
Feb 15, 2026via Official Pokémon CompanyConfidence 60%
PSA Announces New Modern Card Tier Pricing— Neutral
PSA raised their base-level grading fee from $30 to $35 for standard cards. Express and Super Express tiers unchanged. This may reduce casual submissions and tighten PSA 10 supply for modern cards.
Feb 10, 2026via PSA OfficialConfidence 60%
January Market Overview: Post-Holiday Correction▼ Negative
As expected, the market saw a 5-10% correction across most categories following the December holiday buying surge. Vintage cards held better than modern, with Base Set holos showing minimal decline.
Jan 5, 2026via Market Data AnalysisConfidence 60%
