Basic Fire Energy
Pokemon • Obsidian Flames
Card Type
Basic Energy
Set & Number
Obsidian Flames - 230/197
Rarity
Hyper Rare (Gold)
Edition & Language
Unlimited (Scarlet & Violet Era) • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00; Graded (PSA 10): $15.00 - $25.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay and TCGPlayer sales for raw copies range between $4.50 and $5.50 USD.
Condition Details
The centering appears slightly top-heavy. Edges and corners look clean through the sleeve and toploader. Surface looks consistent with typical gold etching, though shadows in the photo obscure fine surface scratches.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of professional grading typically exceeds the market value of a gold energy card unless aiming for a sequential collection or a guaranteed Gem Mint 10 for personal use.
Card Description
This card provides one Fire Energy for a Pokemon's attack or retreat cost. As a Basic Energy, you may have any number of this card in your deck.
Notable Features
Features a full-art gold etched foil pattern characteristic of Hyper Rare cards in the Scarlet & Violet series. High-gloss finish with sparkly star patterns in the background.
Authentication Notes
The font, 'OBF' set code, and gold etching pattern match authentic Scarlet & Violet: Obsidian Flames production standards. No signs of counterfeiting are visible.
Scanned: 2026-05-06T18:56:11.946552