Zekrom ex – Legendary Treasures (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zekrom ex (#52) is a Rare Holo Ex card from Black & White - Legendary Treasures released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Shizurow and the Glinting Claw attack (50+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.87, Cardmarket average sale is €4.33, Floor listings start near €3.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.87
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.84
- Recent low listing: €3.95
Card Details
- Set
- Legendary Treasures
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shizurow
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Glinting Claw
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage. -
Strong Volt
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zekrom ex from Legendary Treasures (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shizurow.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Zekrom ex 52 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Zekrom ex's Glinting Claw deals 50+ damage for Lightning + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legendary Treasures #52 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $7.87 |
�📦 Legendary Treasures Set Context
This Zekrom ex is part of the Legendary Treasures expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shizurow, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Zekrom ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo Ex cards from Legendary Treasures are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shizurow resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Legendary Treasures
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zekrom ex 52 was released in 2013 in the Legendary Treasures expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shizurow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legendary Treasures is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Zekrom ex with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Zekrom ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Zekrom ex works best in Lightning type decks.