Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese)
SV1V: Violet ex · 108/078 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Set
SV1V: Violet exNumber
108/078
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) Worth?
Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is an ultra-rare chase card from SV1V: Violet ex, card number 108/078. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it sits in the budget range, so it is an accessible addition for most collectors.
Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) (SV1V: Violet ex, 108/078) is worth around $16.61 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $19.99 — about 1.2x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value.
Is It Worth Grading Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese)?
Grading Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($16.61) and a PSA 10 ($19.99) is about $3.38 — a 1.2x uplift before grading fees. Only grade a budget card like this if it is flawless and you plan to hold long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $13.78 | $13.78 | $13.78 | 10 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $4.75 | $4.75 | $4.75 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 8 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $16.61 | $16.61 | $16.61 | 25 |
Is Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) a Good Buy?
As an ultra-rare, Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese) is exactly the kind of card that appreciates when a set stays popular. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Basic Lightning Energy (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
