Giratina might be the ruler of anti-matter, but in thePokemon TCG, it reigns supreme over a variety of modern marvels and mid-vintage sets, debating back tosome of the best Black & White-era expansions. From gems like Dragons Exalted to modern offerings like Crown Zenith and Lost Origin, Giratina makes a mark across generations with its collection of stunning cards.
While the most valuable Giratina cards share the spotlight between newer cards and the mid-vintage bridge generation, this Pokemon’s fierce design remains consistent throughout. The ruler of the Distortion Realm boasts several grandiose depictions that set it apart from its peers.
Cards are ordered according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,which you might pay on average for a copy of the cards below.
Given the age and rarity of certain cards,onlythose with anestablished market price on TCGplayerare included.
However,sale prices differ depending on the card’s condition,so this market price is just a rough idea of the card’s value.
6Giratina (Team Plasma): Black & White Promos (Holo Rare) – $51.05
A Brilliant Beginning
This gorgeous Giratina perfectly represents what you can expect from some ofthe best cards in the Black & White era.
The vibrant, yet dark colors, bold design, and fantastic use of space make these cards some of the most recognizable in the history of the Pokemon TCG.
This promo commands solid values across all conditions it’s available in, with heavily played(HP)cards selling for under $15, moderately played(MP)jumping up to $20, and lightly played(LP)cards selling for as much as $43. However, near-mint(NM)takes the cake, with its highest recent sale registering at $95, though you should expect it to be closer to $50 in most cases.
5Giratina LV. X: Platinum (Ultra Rare) – $60.78
Ascending To A New Level
The Giratina LV. X is a relic of the Platinum era, where LV. X cards featured prominently, along with their appearance in othervaluable Diamond & Pearl-era sets.This intimidating depiction of the Ghost-type legendary features Giratina using its pointed spike to attack.
This card’s price typically hovers in the $20 range, as MP cards start at $19.99, followed by LP copies that move as high as $27. Lastly, you’ll need topay about $65 for an NM copy,which is more than double the price of the lower conditions, reflecting a heavy premium.
4Giratina EX: Dragons Exalted (Full Art) – $77.36
Reaching Out To Grab Our Attention
It’s no surprise that this imposing illustration of Giratina earns a place amongthe most expensive cards in Dragons Exalted,as it stands out due to its incredible composition. The swirling purple pattern in the background creates a mesmerizing effect that makes it hard to divert your attention from the jaw-dropping artwork.
Once you’re able to tear your attention away, you may be surprised to know that this card boasts a plethora of sales in NM condition, as this card is more plentiful than the LV. X from Platinum. NM copies usually sell for $70–75, while LP only offers a few dollars off the NM tag.
3Giratina VSTAR: Crown Zenith (Secret Rare) – $94.69
Descending From Darkness
The Giratina VSTAR claims its rightful place as one ofthe most valuable cards from Crown Zenithand takes home high honors among the greatest Giratina cards in the Pokemon TCG. This art depicts Giratina descending from a shadowy home as it rules over the Distortion Realm.
Despite a massive decline followinga run in mid-2024 that saw Giratina establish a new high of around $140,Giratina still commands almost $100, even after selling for closer to $70 in 2023. As a recent release, LP copies of this card are typically the worst available condition and sell for about $80, while NM copies sell in a massive range depending onwhether they look to be in perfect condition for grading.
2Giratina SM 151: Sun & Moon Promos (Promo) – $97.97
An Unlikely Runner-Up
Unfortunately, Giratina VSTAR’s massive falloff contributed to it losing the runner-up spot to an unusual Giratina card: a promo fromSun & Moon’s Lost Thunder set.
The stamp in the bottom right corner indicates its Lost Thunder affiliation and denotes the card’s promo status.
This is the rarest Giratina card, according to availability on TCGplayer, as there is onlyone sale at $99.95,and only ahandful of listings that start at $90 and go as high as $119.99.Given Lost Thunder’s age at this point and the rarity of promos, it’s not surprising this card is almost extinct on the market.
1Giratina: Lost Origin (Alternate Full Art) – $328.96
The Start Of Something Special
The Giratina V isthe most expensive card from Lost Originand deserves its crown as the most valuable Giratina card ever, as this artwork changed the landscape of the Pokemon TCG.
This card was illustrated by Shinji Kanda, who later used the now-iconic mosaic-like background on theMagikarp Illustration rare from Paldea Evolved.
Although this card saw a massive spike during the Alt Art hype of 2024, it currently sits over $100 below its former highs that eclipsed $450. However, the future is bright for this card, given theincredible popularity of the design and the card’s iconic status.
