Iono
Paldea Evolved · 269 · Special Illustration Rare
Current Prices
Zestaw
Paldea EvolvedNumer
269
Rzadkość
Special Illustration Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
960
Last Updated
Mar 16, 2026
About Iono
Iono is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from Paldea Evolved, numbered 269 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. With a mid-range market value, Iono is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Iono Price Analysis
The current market price for Iono from Paldea Evolved is $26.20 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $12.00 to a high of $120.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $159.95 — approximately 6.1x the ungraded market price. The card has seen a -8.7% 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 (960+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Iono
Professional grading is available for Iono and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: AOG 9, AOG 9 5, BGS 9, BGS 9 5, CGC 9, GSG 8 5, GSG 9 5, PCA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $159.95 | $180.00 | $200.00 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 | $50.00 | $50.00 | $80.00 | 4 |
| cardmarket unsold | PCA 9 5 | $65.00 | $60.00 | $60.00 | 2 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 9 | $44.95 | $44.95 | $44.95 | 2 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $26.20 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 5 | $74.99 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $44.98 | $12.00 | $120.00 | 825 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 9 | $50.00 | $50.00 | $120.00 | 4 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 9 5 | $90.00 | $80.00 | $99.99 | 11 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 5 | $129.99 | $129.99 | $129.99 | 1 |
| cardmarket unsold | GSG 8 5 | $65.00 | $65.00 | $65.00 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | GSG 9 5 | $50.00 | $60.00 | $60.00 | 2 |
| cardmarket unsold | PCA 9 | $50.00 | $50.00 | $50.00 | 4 |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 | $79.99 | $79.99 | $79.99 | 2 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $47.99 | $29.99 | $99.99 | 7 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $80.00 | $57.00 | $125.00 | 40 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $90.00 | $39.99 | $110.00 | 70 |
Is Iono a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Iono 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.
