Legendary Pokemon are some of the most sought-after in thePokemon TCG, with old favorites likeEntei boasting valuable variations. Mythical Pokemon like Jirachi take their cards to greater heights than many others, especially due to the scarcity and popularity ofthe best vintage Pokemon sets.
Jirachi’s popularity reaches the stars, as it has a movie dedicated to it (Pokemon: Jirachi, Wish Maker) to go along with the spirited depictions of the best Jirachi Pokemon TCG cards. Jirachi’s legacy continues to grow, with some of its most valuable cards appearing amongthe best in the Sword & Shield era.
Cards are valued according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,representing what you might pay on average for acopy of the cards below.
However, given their age and rarity,sale prices are vastly different depending on the card’s condition,so this market price is just a rough idea of the card’s value.
6Jirachi EX: Plasma Blast (Ultra Rare) – $44.92
A Glimmer In The Sky
Jirachi EX kicks things off as one of the most valuable Jirachi cards, with a price tagjust a few cents shy of the $45 mark,setting a fairly high bar for what’s to come. Jirachi looks poised for an attack, and the dark purple background helps to convey the intensity of the moment while still letting Jirachi’s light color palette take center stage.
Condition plays a big role in the value of this card, with damaged copies sinking to $13, followed byheavily played(HP) copies at aboutten dollars,thenmoderately played(MP) at around $14,lightly played(LP) hovering around $30, and no recentnear mint(NM) sales.
5Jirachi: Deoxys (Holo Rare) – $52.29
A Gorgeous Throwback
If you’re a fan of the 2D, cartoonish vintage style, then this Jirachi card might take the top spot in your heart as the best Jirachi card ever. This quintessential depiction of Jirachi perfectly embodies the Wish Maker Pokemon’s bright yellow body against the celestial background.
NMcopies of this card will cost a pretty penny –around $70, though you can pick up LP copies or worse for below $40 if you don’t mind sacrificing the condition. This card is luckily available in all conditions, and thus cheaper prices, so you should be able to pick it up regardless of your budget.
4Jirachi: Team Magma vs. Team Aqua (Secret Rare) – $55.33
Reigning Over The Stars
Team Magma vs, Team Aqua isone of the best sets from the EX era, and while many other fantastic sets may claim more fanfare, this set producedone of the greatest Jirachi cards ever.
Jirachi’s regal pose and elegant design give this card one of the most striking appearances on the list.
As always, the condition will affect the price, and this card doesn’t boast a very similar price range to the last Jirachi, asHP copies sell for $25, with NM copies approaching the $70 mark.This card continues to rise in value, particularly in NM condition, as these vintage cards become harder to find.
3Jirachi V: SWSH299 (Promo) – $55.66
An Unusual Promo Pose
The first Jirachi promo among the most valuable Jirachi cards is a fairly recent addition to the mythical Pokemon’s portfolio, released during the Sword & Shield era. This is the angriest you may ever see Jirachi, as this Pokemon is usually jovial and carefree.
However, Jirachi takes its battles as seriously as its price, as this card continues to fight to maintain a solid value. ThisJirachionce sold for over $70, buthas dropped in price to the mid-50s.Given its status as a modern card, this card is usually graded and desired in perfect condition.
2Jirachi ex: Crystal Guardians (Ultra Rare) – $100.97
A Jubilant Jirachi Art
The Jirachi ex from Crystal Guardians makes a massive leap into the triple digits, as the race to be crowned the most valuable Jirachi card heats up. This celebratory moment might have been Jirachi’s crowning achievement, if not foranother rare card still to come.
This card’s NM value continues to soar over time, rising from the 60s to over $100 from 2023 to 2024. TheseNMcopies are particularly hard to find andcan sell for as much as $150,but if you don’t mind settling for anLP,it’ll only set you backabout $60.
1Jirachi: SM Promos (Staff) – $114.57
Another Terrific Team Up
This card claims the title of the most valuable Jirachi with a triple threat of qualities that set it apart from the rest. This Jirachi boasts beautiful art, is linked toa desirable set, Team Up, and is a difficult-to-obtain Staff-only Promo.
Staff Promosare typically distributed to volunteers at specially designated Pokemon events.
This card is very rare, with only two recent sales recorded on TCGPlayer: one in LP condition and another NM copy. LP clocked in at $100 whileNM commanded a small premium of $114.57,indicating that this card’s scarcity is enough to carry its price, with minor differences based on condition.
