Arven
Scarlet & Violet · #249

Arven

Arven is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Scarlet & Violet (#249). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.46 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2023. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.

Scarlet & Violet set collectorsHigh-value chase collectorsGraded slab investors UnlimitedStandardExpanded
TCGPlayer market $5.46
Cardmarket trend €7.16
Rarity Special Illustration Rare
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Who is this card for?

Arven suits collectors working on Scarlet & Violet who need the Special Illustration Rare slot. Treat $5.46 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.

What is Arven from Scarlet & Violet?

Arven is a Trainer card in Scarlet & Violet numbered 249. Arven (#249) is a chase-tier Special Illustration Rare printing in Scarlet & Violet. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What is Arven worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.46 for Arven. Low and high spread runs $3.99 to $68.99. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

SetScarlet & Violet
Number249
RaritySpecial Illustration Rare
TCGPlayer USD$5.46
Cardmarket EUR€7.16

How collectible is Arven?

Arven is listed as Special Illustration Rare in Scarlet & Violet. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What are the key details for Arven?

Catalog fields: set Scarlet & Violet, rarity Special Illustration Rare, regulation G. Illustrated by kantaro. Format status: Standard and Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

Cactaur's take

Arven (#249) is a chase-tier Special Illustration Rare printing in Scarlet & Violet. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.

Pros

  • Arven is catalogued as Special Illustration Rare printing in Scarlet & Violet, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $5.46.

Cons

  • Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.

Verdict: Use $5.46 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Arven worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.46 for ungraded Arven from Scarlet & Violet. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.

What set is Arven from?

Arven is listed in Scarlet & Violet (Scarlet & Violet) as card #249. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Arven?

Our catalog lists Arven as Special Illustration Rare in Scarlet & Violet. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Arven good for collectors or players?

Arven is primarily a collector reference in Scarlet & Violet. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

Should I grade Arven?

Grading only makes sense when Arven appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $5.46, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.

Related cards

Trust & data sources. Cactaur displays catalog and market data from pokemontcg.io embedded TCGPlayer/Cardmarket references. Prices change frequently and are not guarantees.

Cactaur does not authenticate cards or guarantee values. Scan your copy in the iPhone app for condition-aware guidance.

Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-11. Last updated: 2026-06-10.