Drayton
Surging Sparks · 244 · Special Illustration Rare
Current Prices
Set
Surging SparksNumero
244
Rarità
Special Illustration Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
860
Last Updated
Mar 16, 2026
About Drayton
Drayton is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from Surging Sparks, numbered 244 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.
Drayton Price Analysis
The current market price for Drayton from Surging Sparks is $11.49 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $6.50 to a high of $55.00. Over the past 30 days, Drayton has increased in value by +11.4%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (860+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Drayton
Professional grading is available for Drayton and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: ACE 10, PSA 9. 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 | $11.49 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $60.00 | $60.00 | $60.00 | 4 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $32.00 | $15.00 | $32.00 | 16 |
| cardmarket unsold | ACE 10 | $69.69 | $69.69 | $69.69 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $20.00 | $6.50 | $55.00 | 820 |
Is Drayton a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Drayton is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. 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.
