Electrode
Base Set 2 · 025/130 · Rare
Current Prices
Zestaw
Base Set 2Numer
025/130
Rzadkość
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
871
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Electrode
Electrode is a Rare card that stands out in the Base Set 2 set, numbered 025/130 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Electrode Price Analysis
The current market price for Electrode from Base Set 2 is $3.97 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $3.39 to a high of $5.49. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $50.00 — approximately 12.6x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $21.09. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a +1.3% change. With a high volume of recorded sales (871+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Electrode
Professional grading is available for Electrode and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 6, CGC 9, PSA 10, PSA 2, PSA 5, PSA 6, PSA 7. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: HEAVILY PLAYED, LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | HEAVILY PLAYED | $1.88 | $1.88 | $1.88 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $6.00 | $3.39 | $3.39 | 8 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $20.00 | $9.50 | $9.50 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $50.00 | $41.85 | $41.85 | 12 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $6.51 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $12.01 | $21.95 | $21.95 | 7 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $0.55 | $0.54 | $0.54 | 76 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $1.15 | $1.19 | $1.19 | 72 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.28 | $1.29 | $3.48 | 311 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $1.66 | $1.99 | $1.99 | 146 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $31.25 | $39.99 | $39.99 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 6 | $4.25 | $4.25 | $4.25 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 2 | $46.34 | $46.34 | $46.34 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $21.09 | $16.60 | $16.60 | 16 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.99 | $0.99 | $0.99 | 7 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $3.97 | $3.39 | $5.49 | 199 |
Is Electrode a Good Investment?
Electrode carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. 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.
