Ancient-crystal – Ultra Prism (#118)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ancient-crystal (#118) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Toyste Beach. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.07, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 118
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Toyste Beach
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ancient-crystal from Ultra Prism (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toyste Beach.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Ancient-crystal 118 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Prism #118 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Uncommon | $0.11 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Ancient-crystal is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toyste Beach, 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 Ancient-crystal 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
- Uncommon cards from Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Toyste Beach resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ancient-crystal 118 was released in 2018 in the Ultra Prism expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Toyste Beach. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Ancient-crystal 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
- Draw support & consistency cards