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title: "Gengar VMAX 271/264 (Fusion Strike) price, verified sales and population"
url: https://cardvolume.com/pokemon/fusion-strike/gengar-vmax-271-264/
category: Pokémon
updated: 2026-09-27
as_of: 2026-09-27
source: CardVolume (https://cardvolume.com)
---

# Gengar VMAX 271/264 (Fusion Strike): price, verified sales and population

> Gengar VMAX 271/264 is the English Fusion Strike alternate-art secret version of Gengar VMAX. Collectors search for it because it combines a popular Pokémon, a distinctive full-card illustration, and a high-volume modern graded market.

## Key facts

- CardVolume lists 3 verified sales of the Gengar VMAX 271/264 (Fusion Strike) as of September 27, 2026.
- No grade has the 5 verified sales in 90 days needed for a market price; the most recent verified sale was $930.00 for an Alternate Secret Art PSA 9 on September 22, 2026 at eBay.
- The highest verified sale on record is $930.00 for an Alternate Secret Art PSA 9 on September 22, 2026 at eBay.

## Market price by version and grade

Market price = median of at least 5 verified sales in the last 90 days for that exact version, grader and grade. "—" means not enough verified sales.

| Version | Grade | Market price | Sales in window | Last verified sale | Record sale | Population |
|---|---|---:|---:|---|---|---:|
| Alternate Secret Art | PSA 9 | — | 2 | $930.00 (2026-09-22) | $930.00 (2026-09-22) | 10,094 |
| Alternate Secret Art | PSA 8 | — | 1 | $690.00 (2026-09-07) | $690.00 (2026-09-07) | 1,737 |

## Verified sales

Each sale was confirmed on the linked page by an automated check or an independent second pass.

| Date | Version | Grade | Price (USD) | Buyer's premium | Venue | Source |
|---|---|---|---:|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-22 | Alternate Secret Art | PSA 9 | $930.00 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cert/126421680/psa) |
| 2026-09-21 | Alternate Secret Art | PSA 9 | $885.00 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cert/126421680/psa) |
| 2026-09-07 | Alternate Secret Art | PSA 8 | $690.00 | excluded | eBay | [link](https://www.psacard.com/cert/109695230/psa) |

## How to identify each version

- **Alternate Secret Art**: English Fusion Strike card number 271/264, Gengar VMAX, full-card alternate artwork by sowsow; do not mix with Gengar VMAX 157/264 or other-language versions.

**Identity note:** Seed identity is correct; PSA labels this as 2021 Pokémon Sword & Shield Fusion Strike #271 FA/Gengar VMAX Fusion Strike-Secret.

## Why this card matters

The official Fusion Strike checklist places Gengar VMAX outside the normal 264-card set numbering as card 271/264, which identifies it as a secret-numbered version rather than the regular Gengar VMAX. The card is searched heavily because it is a modern alternate-art chase card from a large Sword & Shield expansion released on November 12, 2021. Its market should be read as a specific card-and-grade market, not as a general price for any Gengar VMAX.

## Identifying the exact version

Use the collector number, language, and artwork first. The target version is English Fusion Strike 271/264; the regular Fusion Strike Gengar VMAX is a different card number and should not be merged into comps. Slabbed copies should have the PSA subject line FA/Gengar VMAX and the Fusion Strike-Secret variety. For raw copies, verify the full-card alternate artwork, texture, back condition, and that the photos show the exact card being sold.

## What moves the price between versions and grades

Recent PSA data show separate markets by grade. On PSA cert pages opened for this research, PSA 10 sales were reported above recent PSA 9 sales, while PSA 8 sales were lower again. That spread is not a grading guarantee: PSA standards evaluate centering, corners, surface, gloss, and other defects, and PSA warns that even pack-fresh cards may miss Gem Mint. Treat grade, cert, and visible eye appeal as separate comp filters.

## Authenticity checks

Compare the card against official references, then run multiple physical checks rather than relying on one sign. Confirm the exact card number, artwork, texture, holo treatment, English text, set symbol, size, borders, back design, and seller-provided front and back photos. For slabs, match the certification record to the label and card, but do not stop there: PSA warns that valid certification numbers can be copied onto counterfeit labels. Do not perform destructive tests.

## Common misconceptions

- **Myth:** Any Gengar VMAX sale is a usable comp for 271/264. **What the evidence says:** The knowledge base requires exact identity; Fusion Strike 157/264, Japanese copies, raw cards, and different grades must be separated from English 271/264.
- **Myth:** A large PSA 10 population means the card cannot be expensive. **What the evidence says:** Population is a graded-copy count, not a print run or demand measurement; price still depends on matching sales and current market depth.
- **Myth:** A valid PSA cert number alone proves the slab is genuine. **What the evidence says:** PSA warns that copied certification numbers exist, so the physical slab and card still need inspection.
- **Myth:** A single high sale establishes the card's value. **What the evidence says:** The pricing chapter requires dated sold comps, exclusions, and separate grade/variant buckets rather than one headline sale.

## FAQ

### How much is a PSA 10 Gengar VMAX 271/264 worth?

Recent PSA-reported eBay PSA 10 sales included $2,250.00 on 2026-09-24, $2,125.00 on 2026-09-24, and $2,275.00 on 2026-09-22; use these as dated comps, not a guaranteed current value. Sources: 3.

### How much is a PSA 9 Gengar VMAX 271/264 worth?

Recent PSA-reported eBay PSA 9 sales included $930.00 on 2026-09-22, $1,000.00 on 2026-09-21, and $850.00 on 2026-09-21. Sources: 4.

### How many PSA 10 copies exist?

PSA's cert page displayed a PSA 10 population of 14,649 for this card when accessed for this batch on 2026-09-26. Sources: 3.

### Is Gengar VMAX 271/264 the same as the regular Fusion Strike Gengar VMAX?

No; 271/264 is the secret-numbered alternate-art version and should be kept separate from regular-numbered Gengar VMAX copies. Sources: 1, 3.

### Can I use Japanese Gengar VMAX sales for this English card?

No; language-specific releases must be separated unless the page is explicitly analyzing cross-language alternatives rather than direct comps. Sources: 3.

### Does population equal print run?

No; PSA population counts PSA-graded copies only and is not a count of all copies printed or all copies in existence. Sources: 3.

## Sources

1. [Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield—Fusion Strike Card List](https://assets.pokemon.com/assets/cms2/pdf/trading-card-game/checklist/swsh8_web_cardlist_en.pdf) (The Pokémon Company International)
2. [Get the Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield—Fusion Strike Build & Battle Box Early](https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/get-the-pokemon-tcg-sword-shield-fusion-strike-build-battle-box-early) (The Pokémon Company International)
3. [PSA Cert Verification 90976161](https://www.psacard.com/cert/90976161/psa) (PSA)
4. [PSA Cert Verification 126421680](https://www.psacard.com/cert/126421680/psa) (PSA)
5. [PSA Cert Verification 109695230](https://www.psacard.com/cert/109695230/psa) (PSA)
6. [Did I purchase fake or counterfeit cards?](https://support.pokemon.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002068953-Did-I-purchase-fake-or-counterfeit-cards) (Pokémon Support)
7. [PSA Certification Verification](https://www.psacard.com/cert) (PSA)

## How to cite

> Gengar VMAX 271/264 (Fusion Strike). CardVolume, https://cardvolume.com/pokemon/fusion-strike/gengar-vmax-271-264/ (accessed 2026-09-27).

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