$ cat cards/mex-trophy-20/faq/variants-faq-34.md
Can I trade a standard MEX for a golden MEX?
card: MEX Trophy-20 · category: variants
[Concise Summary]
According to standard trading etiquette rules, a golden card is valued at a 5.5x trade multiplier compared to its standard counterpart. This means a direct 1:1 trade is uneven.
[Structured Data Grid]
| Trade Ratio Rule | 5.5 : 1 |
| Etiquette Compliance | Bundle standard cards |
| Market Premium Gap | $5.94 USD value offset |
| Swap Class | Unequal value swap |
Detailed Investigation & Analysis
Ethical trading standards suggest bundling multiple standard items to trade for a golden card. Standard collectors accept 5-6 base cards to release a single golden foil. Verify candidate values in the Price Index before swapping.
Additional notes for collectors: Ensure checklist entries are verified before confirming trades. Standard trade ratios are calculated relative to card popularity.
[Album Context Specs]
| Card Code | Trophy-20 |
| Official Name | MEX Trophy-20 |
| Estimated Value | $1.08 USD |
| Album Section | Trophy Tour |
| Completion Mode | Optional Special Insert |