Energy Retrieval (Japanese)
XY7: Bandit Ring · 096/081 · Ultra Rare
Current Prices
Set
XY7: Bandit RingNumber
096/081
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Energy Retrieval (Japanese) Worth?
Energy Retrieval (Japanese) is an ultra-rare chase card from XY7: Bandit Ring, card number 096/081. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it carries real mid-range value and is worth keeping protected in a sleeve and top-loader.
Energy Retrieval (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Energy Retrieval (Japanese) (XY7: Bandit Ring, 096/081) is worth around $25.00 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $75.00 — about 3.0x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value.
Is It Worth Grading Energy Retrieval (Japanese)?
Grading Energy Retrieval (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($25.00) and a PSA 10 ($75.00) is about $50.00 — a 3.0x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: CGC 10 $70.00. Grading is worth considering if your copy looks clean — the PSA 10 premium can comfortably clear the fee.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $70.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $75.00 | $75.00 | $75.00 | 3 |
Is Energy Retrieval (Japanese) a Good Buy?
As an ultra-rare, Energy Retrieval (Japanese) is exactly the kind of card that appreciates when a set stays popular. Mid-value cards from popular sets tend to hold up well over time. Whatever you decide, recheck Energy Retrieval (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
