Sophocles
Burning Shadows · 146 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Set
Burning ShadowsNummer
146
Seltenheit
Ultra Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
6,920
Last Updated
Mar 11, 2026
About Sophocles
Sophocles is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from Burning Shadows, numbered 146 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Sophocles Price Analysis
The current market price for Sophocles from Burning Shadows is $7.40 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $4.00 to a high of $48.01. The card has seen a -14.3% change in the last 30 days. Price dips can represent buying opportunities for collectors who believe in long-term value. With a high volume of recorded sales (6,920+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Sophocles
Professional grading is available for Sophocles and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PGS 9 5, PSA 8. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $7.40 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $9.00 | $9.00 | $50.00 | 335 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $6.63 | $4.00 | $48.01 | 6,345 |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 5 | $22.22 | $22.22 | $22.22 | 125 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $48.00 | $48.00 | $48.00 | 110 |
Is Sophocles a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Sophocles is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. The current downward trend may represent a correction or shifting collector interest. Historically, Pokemon cards from popular sets tend to recover over longer time horizons. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. 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.
