TCGAI.PRO Gengar VMAX 2021 · Fusion Strike · #271/264
9.0 Mint
Cen
9.5
Cor
7.5
Edg
8.5
Sur
10
Consider
Gengar VMAX card, TCGAI Score 9.0

Certificate #76F3ED926C02 · Pokémon

Gengar VMAX

Fusion Strike · #271/264 · 2021

Mint Consider

Consider. Send it if a 9 is still worth more than the fee.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front No flaws
Back No flaws
Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check Front Back
Centering 9.5 10
Corners 10 7.5
Edges 10 8.5
Surface 10 10
Whitening 10 8
Holo / foil 10 10

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded 9

$1,250

$930 – $2,400 · 11 sales

Raw, ungraded

$1,400

$650 – $2,450 · 41 listings

Grading premium

-11%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade Average Range and sales
Raw $1,400 $650 – $2,450 · 41 listings
Grade 1 $1,200 $830 – $1,430 · 3 sales
Grade 8 $1,390 1 sale
Grade 9 This card $1,250 $930 – $2,400 · 11 sales
Grade 10 $2,750 $2,100 – $3,180 · 10 sales

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 8/10

Consistent collector interest in alt arts holds value amid Pokémon TCG boom, with graded prices firm around $500-900; no major reprints.

Next months. Stable with slight upward pressure from collector demand in next 3-6 months

Long term. Moderate appreciation over 1-3 years as supply dries up in high grades

History

Gengar is a Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon from Generation I, evolving from Haunter and known as the Shadow Pokémon. It is iconic for its mischievous, ghostly nature, ability to hide in shadows, and popularity in competitive play and media like the anime.

First released in the Pokémon Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike set in November 2021 as part of the English expansion.

  • Gengar VMAX features a striking Alternate Art with a haunting, ethereal design by 5ban Graphics, highly sought after by collectors.
  • This card has 320 HP and the attack 'Fear and Panic' dealing 60x damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon that has any damage counters.
  • Part of the Sword & Shield era VMAX mechanic, emphasizing powerful oversized Pokémon.

Rarity and print run

Tier
Secret Rare
Print run
Low
First printed in
Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike
Demand
High
Supply
Scarce
  • Alternate Art variant extends beyond main set numbering (271/264), low pull rates in Secret Rare slot
  • Limited high-grade population due to surface sensitivity
  • Single printing run increases chase status

Collector notes

Condition. Check centering on all edges (especially top due to printing pulls), surface scratches on the glossy alt art, print lines on the ghost design, and corner wear from typical handling; common flaws include whitening on edges and holo scratches.

Storage. Use semi-rigid or Dragon Shield matte sleeves with top loaders (35pt minimum), store upright in cool, dry binders away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation.

Authenticity. Verify black market symbol placement and font consistency; genuine cards have crisp holo patterns without pixelation; use TCGPlayer or graded pop reports for grade distribution (low graded 10 pop); avoid cards with incorrect set numbering or faded colors.

Sources: roadshowcards.com, my.taggrading.com, cardladder.com, stockx.com, dacardworld.com

Card details

Name
Gengar VMAX
Game
Pokémon
Set
Fusion Strike
Number
271/264
Year
2021
Rarity
Secret Rare
Variant
Alt Art
Language
English
Manufacturer
Pokemon
Illustrator
sowsow
Identification
Matched on eBay
Certificate
#76F3ED926C02
Graded on
Apr 25, 2026
Views
225

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