Giovanni's Scheme
Giovanni's Scheme is a Rare Ultra Pokémon TCG printing from BREAKthrough (#162). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $24.65 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Giovanni's Scheme suits collectors working on BREAKthrough who need the Rare Ultra slot. Treat $24.65 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Giovanni's Scheme from BREAKthrough?
Giovanni's Scheme is a Trainer card in BREAKthrough numbered 162. Giovanni's Scheme (#162) is a chase-tier Rare Ultra printing in BREAKthrough. 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 Giovanni's Scheme worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $24.65 for Giovanni's Scheme. Low and high spread runs $12.00 to $696.80. 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.
| Set | BREAKthrough |
|---|---|
| Number | 162 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| TCGPlayer USD | $24.65 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €23.16 |
How collectible is Giovanni's Scheme?
Giovanni's Scheme is listed as Rare Ultra in BREAKthrough. 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 Giovanni's Scheme?
Catalog fields: set BREAKthrough, rarity Rare Ultra. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Format status: 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. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Giovanni's Scheme (#162) is a chase-tier Rare Ultra printing in BREAKthrough. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Giovanni's Scheme is catalogued as Rare Ultra printing in BREAKthrough, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $24.65.
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $24.65 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Giovanni's Scheme worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $24.65 for ungraded Giovanni's Scheme from BREAKthrough. 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 Giovanni's Scheme from?
Giovanni's Scheme is listed in BREAKthrough (XY) as card #162. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Giovanni's Scheme?
Our catalog lists Giovanni's Scheme as Rare Ultra in BREAKthrough. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Giovanni's Scheme good for collectors or players?
Giovanni's Scheme is primarily a collector reference in BREAKthrough. 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 Giovanni's Scheme?
Grading only makes sense when Giovanni's Scheme appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $24.65, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.