Kirlia – Ancient Origins (#53)

Kirlia Pokémon card — Ancient Origins #53, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Ancient Origins expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Kirlia (#53) is an Uncommon card from XY - Ancient Origins released in 2015. It showcases artwork by match and the Calm Mind attack, Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.14, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.25
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.15
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.15 (CM) $0.25 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Ancient Origins
Card Number
53
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 match
HP
80
Type
✨ Fairy
Weaknesses
Metal ×2
Resistances
Darkness -20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
GardevoirGallade

Attacks & Strategy

  • Calm Mind [Colorless]
    Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.
  • Magical Shot [Fairy, Colorless, Colorless] — 50
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Gardevoir or Gallade for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Kirlia from Ancient Origins (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator match.

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 Kirlia 53 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Kirlia's Calm Mind for Colorless energy. Special effect: Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fairy Type • Weak to Metal ×2 • Resistant to Darkness -20

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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Ancient Origins #53 ← Current 80 2 attacks Uncommon $0.25

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�📦 Ancient Origins Set Context

This Kirlia is part of the Ancient Origins expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by match, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Kirlia card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Ancient Origins are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by match resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Kirlia 53 was released in 2015 in the Ancient Origins expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by match. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Ancient Origins is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Kirlia 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 Kirlia card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fairy energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Kirlia works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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