Question 1

What is the current market value of Crystal Shard #85?

Accepted Answer

Crystal Shard (Deoxys) is presently valued at about $2.10 in raw condition. Over the last 7 days it gained 89.2%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($1.21), by 73.2%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $1.00 and $2.10, producing a 52% range and high-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Uncommon.

Question 2

Is Crystal Shard #85 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Short-term momentum is positive (89.2% over 7 days), while the card sits 110% above its 90-day low. The 90-day range spans $1.00 to $2.10 (52% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Versus the 30-day average ($1.21), the card is trading 73.2% higher. No consistent graded benchmark is available in this snapshot, so condition-adjusted pricing should be reviewed with active listings.

Question 3

What is Crystal Shard #85 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Crystal Shard is a Deoxys card from the 2005 release window. Its card type is Trainer. The rarity label is Uncommon. Card subtype classification is Pokémon Tool. The card text reads: Attach Crystal Shard to 1 of your Pokémon that doesn't already have a Pokémon Tool attached to it. If that Pokémon is Knocked Out, discard this card. As long as this card is attached to a Pokémon, that Pokémon's type is Colorless. If that Pokémon attacks, discard this card at the end of the turn. Attack names are not present in the current metadata snapshot. Uncommon-tier prints usually balance accessibility with moderate collector demand.

Question 4

What are the alternative Crystal cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Crystal Shard often benchmark it against other Crystal cards. This comparison sample includes 2 alternatives across 2 sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.75 to $1.88 (151% spread). The current card sits +60% versus the sampled alternative average of $1.31. Notable alternatives include Crystal Shard #122 (Skyridge) at $1.88 and Crystal Shard #76 (Crystal Guardians) at $0.75.

Question 5

What set is Crystal Shard #85 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Deoxys was released in 2005. It belongs to the EX series. With 108 listed cards, this is a mid-size set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 21 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Crystal Shard (#85) is one of the Uncommon prints in this expansion.

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