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it is especially kind to Eevee and its evolved forms, with some of the most valuable Eeveelution cards standing out among the best cards to collect. As one of the first five Eeveelutions, Espeon stands out as one of the most popular, and its debut in Johto alongside Umbreon was so long ago that it had time to gain a large following.
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While the most valuable Espeon cards are primarily vintage offerings, one of the best modern sets makes an appearance with a fabulous depiction of Espeon that is one of the best we've ever seen . However, with more portraits of Eeveelutions set to appear in the Scarlet and Violet eras, Espeon may see a change again soon.
Cards are sorted by TCGPlayer market price, which you might pay on average for a copy of (first edition where applicable) cards below.
Given the age and rarity of certain books, only those with year market price set on TCGplayer are included.
However, sale prices differ depending on the condition of the card, so this market price is only a rough idea of the value of the card.
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Espeon: Delta Species (Holo Rare) – $125.00
A Precarious Position
Espeon is distinguished by a diverse collection of poses and portraits from a variety of sets, although light and dark motifs are frequently present. Delta Species isn't just associated with Eeveelutions, but this Espeon boasts an impressive market price to kick things off.
However, the market price is more than meets the eye because this card does not have proper data.
The holo version of this card outsells the reverse holo by a wide margin, with the former selling for $99 in NM condition, while the reverse can't even break $20. However, there are no recent sales above $100, creating the need to see more sales to support TCGplayer's estimate.
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Espeon: Neo Discovery First Edition (Holo Rare) – $128.19
A fan favorite from the first edition
Neo Discovery features one of the most incredible sets of cards ever released, with the first edition version having a significant advantage over later printings. This Espeon is featured on the left side of the card, which leaves the entire right side open for holo models to appear.
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In lightly played (LP) condition, first edition copies of this card can go up to $360, although there is a serious lack of additional sales data to analyze for first edition cards. However, with NM Unlimited copies selling for about market price, they are much more affordable in comparison.
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Espeon VMAX: Fusion Strike (Secret Rare) – $189.99
The rapid fall
While some of the best cards in Fusion Strike saw massive growth in 2024 during the alt-art wave, this card suffered one of the most dramatic declines of any boom card. However, if you buy this card to enjoy art, then this should be music to your ears.
Espeon once sat around the $125 mark in early 2024, before the alt-art boom from March to June sent prices soaring to nearly $350. However, since reaching this point, this card has declined significantly, crashing to its current market price and losing almost 50% of its total maximum value.
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Espeon: Aquapolis (Holo Rare) – $235.24
Brighter and Better
Aquapolis stands out as one of the most beloved vintage Pokemon TCG sets due to its exceptional combination of bright colors, special scenes, and incredible rarity. This Espeon embodies some of the set's best traits, making a statement with its bright blue background.
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Unfortunately, its rarity makes it difficult to assess the market position of this card, with only a few sales to scan. Moderately played (MP) the cards sell for a solid $130+ while being heavily played (CP) sales average about $100.
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Dark Espeon: Neo Destiny First Edition (Holo Rare) – $275.00
The lure of the dark side
Dark Espeon is one of Neo Destiny's standout cards, especially in 1st Edition, sending its price through the roof. While this Espeon looks ready for a nap just like its Fusion Strike version, the rarity of this card is on a whole different level.
Only a single first edition LP was recently sold on TCGplayer, setting the market price. However, as you might expect, opting for the Unlimited version can net you a massive discount, with NM copies selling for around $180, the LP dropping to around $100.
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Espeon EX: Unseen Forces (Ultra Rare) – $432.67
Alone At The Top
Espeon from Unseen Forces tops the charts as the best Espeon card of all time, showing an impressive lead over its next closest competitor. Fortunately, Unseen Forces doesn't have a first edition, so finding the best cards will be a little easier.
NM copies of this Espeon run around $499, while LP copies drop to around $370, followed by MP cards at $220 and damaged copies still sell for around $75. While the range is wide, this Espeon is likely to retain its crown for the foreseeable future.
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