Lugia
Neo Genesis · 9 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Set
Neo GenesisNumber
9
Rarity
Holo Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
295
Last Updated
Mar 2, 2026
About Lugia
Lugia is a holographic rare card and one of the notable pulls from Neo Genesis, numbered 9 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. As a premium-valued card, Lugia is worth protecting in a sleeve and top-loader at minimum — professional grading may further enhance its value.
Lugia Price Analysis
The current market price for Lugia from Neo Genesis is $223.06 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $279.00 to a high of $1,000. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a +3.3% change. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 295 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Lugia
Professional grading is available for Lugia and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: BGS 6, BGS 7, BGS 7 5, BGS 8, BGS 8 5, BGS 9, BGS 9 5, CGC 7 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. At this value, professional grading is strongly recommended. A high grade can significantly increase the card's market value and provides authentication and protection.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 7 5 | $524.98 | $300.00 | $749.95 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 6 | $400.00 | $299.99 | $500.00 | 16 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $3,688 | $1,200 | $4,900 | 24 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 | $1,400 | $700.00 | $2,099 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 5 | $850.00 | $700.00 | $2,450 | 15 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 7 | $474.99 | $375.00 | $499.99 | 23 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 7 | $1,800 | $599.99 | $1,699 | 5 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $223.06 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 5 | $850.00 | $850.00 | $850.00 | 3 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 7 5 | $1,299 | $1,299 | $1,299 | 3 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $499.00 | $279.00 | $1,000 | 105 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 6 | $1,420 | $2,000 | $2,000 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 | $5,133 | $4,499 | $6,000 | 20 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 5 | $90,000 | $40,000 | $40,000 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 | $799.90 | $799.90 | $799.90 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | EGS 7 5 | $650.00 | $650.00 | $650.00 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | EGS 8 | $799.95 | $799.95 | $799.95 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | EGS 8 5 | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $650.00 | $650.00 | $650.00 | 1 |
Is Lugia a Good Investment?
Holographic rares like Lugia are among the most collected card types. They balance accessibility with genuine collectible appeal. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
