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2026 Update · Doppler Black Pearl

CS2 Black Pearl Shadow Daggers: Rarity, Pricing & Trading Guide (2026)

TL;DR
  • ▸Black Pearl is the rarest Doppler phase — roughly 1 in 500 unboxings, trading for $800–$3,000 depending on float and pattern.
  • ▸Shadow Daggers Black Pearl features a dark purple blade with minimal color noise, highly sought after by collectors.
  • ▸CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.
  • ▸Live listings at /en/items/shadow-daggers-doppler — use the search bar to filter by 'Black Pearl' and see current supply.
  • ▸Compared to M9 or Karambit, Shadow Daggers Black Pearls are more affordable, with 20–30% annual appreciation potential.
Pro tip

Verify a true Black Pearl by inspecting the phase index in CS2's inspect window. True Black Pearls show a deep purple/black blade with no bright green, blue, or pink accents — any hint of other colors means it's a different Doppler phase.

Shadow Daggers Doppler Phases at a Glance

PhaseRarityTypical Price (FT/MW)Identifying Look
Phase 1Common$200–$400Dark blue/black with subtle purple
Phase 2Common$200–$400Pink/purple fade
Phase 3Common$200–$400Blue/green with light hints
Phase 4Common$200–$400Deep blue with small purple patch
RubyRare$1,500–$3,500Solid bright red blade
SapphireRare$1,800–$4,000Solid bright blue blade
Black PearlExtremely Rare$800–$3,000Dark purple/mostly black, minimal color noise

Frequently Asked Questions

Black Pearl is an extremely rare Doppler phase, estimated to appear in less than 1% of all Doppler unboxings. Its dark purple-to-black blade has no strong color zones, making it stand out from standard Phase 1–4 patterns and even the more common Ruby and Sapphire finishes.

Find Your Black Pearl Shadow Daggers

CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.

View Listings on CSBoard →
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Live prices

Current market prices for the skins in this guide — updated continuously.