Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking
SV05: Temporal Forces · 198/162 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
番号
198/162
レアリティ
Ultra Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
3,419
Last Updated
Mar 15, 2026
About Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking
Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from SV05: Temporal Forces, numbered 198/162 in the expansion. This is the Holofoil variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking Price Analysis
The current market price for Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking from SV05: Temporal Forces is $4.81 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $2.99 to a high of $6.60. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $21.61 — approximately 4.5x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $14.98. Over the past 30 days, Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking has increased in value by +18.5%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (3,419+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking
Professional grading is available for Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 9, PSA 10, PSA 8, PSA 8 5, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: DAMAGED, LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $4.81 | $2.99 | $6.60 | 2,975 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $4.28 | $3.19 | $3.19 | 305 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $4.95 | $5.00 | $5.00 | 47 |
| ebay | DAMAGED | $2.99 | $2.99 | $2.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $9.35 | $22.50 | $22.50 | 5 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $11.43 | $11.68 | $11.68 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 8 5 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $14.98 | $13.40 | $13.40 | 29 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.60 | $2.00 | $2.00 | 4 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $2.75 | $2.75 | $2.75 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $3.14 | $3.60 | $3.60 | 14 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $3.61 | $3.61 | $3.61 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $21.61 | $36.90 | $36.90 | 30 |
Is Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Ciphermaniac's Codebreaking 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.
