Luxray 051/172 - Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars
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Era / Decade
Early 2020s (Published 2022)
Material
Cardstock with standard non-holo glossy finish
Condition
Good/Very Good. Visible whitening and edge wear on the upper right corner, possible light scratching on the surface, and minor corner softening. The centring appears slightly heavy towards the left.
Demand Level
Low. This is a standard 'bulk' rare rather than a Holo, Reverse Holo, or Full Art card, meaning supply significantly exceeds demand.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$0.05 - $0.25 (Low: bulk, Mid: market median, High: near mint singles)
Estimated Retail Value
$4.00 - $6.00 (MSRP per booster pack containing 10 cards)
Comparable Sales
Recent TCGPlayer market price for Near Mint (NM) copies is approximately $0.08 - $0.15. Heavily played or damaged copies often trade for less than $0.05.
Description
A standard rare non-holo Luxray card from the Brilliant Stars expansion set. Featuring attacks 'Energy Crush' and 'Flash Impact' with art by Ayaka Yoshida. Card number 051/172.
Key Features
Desirable 'Gleam Eyes' Pokémon; high playability in certain budget deck archetypes; black star rare symbol.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic font style, trademark symbols, and copyright dates match official TCG standards; correct card number and set symbol positioning. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible edge wear and whitening on the top right edge; minor surface oils from handling without a sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
TCGPlayer, eBay (as part of a bulk bundle), or Mercari. Local game stores may buy as 'bulk' by the pound or cent.
Selling Tips
Best sold in a 'Play Set' of four, or bundled with other Lightning-type cards from the same set. Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding item value. Use a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping method to keep costs low.