Nova | GraphiteFactory New$7.07
Slow Mover2,086 listings−6% vs avg
Float pricingFN$7.07
SkinsMonkey$10.26 — site trade price
CS.Money$7.24 — site trade price
TradeIt$11.72 — site trade price
PirateSwap— — no trade quote for this item
Skinflow$7.49 — withdraw ask
SkinSwap$9.68 — site trade price
DMarket$6.06 — exchange priceShow 5 more trading sitesShow fewer trading sites
Trend-22.1% over 30 daysTrend: -22.1% over 30 days. Open for the workings.
Today at $6.41 — 4.9% above the month's floor.
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MW$7.36CS.Money20% off. MW$7.61Skinswap18% off. MW$7.82PirateSwap16% off. MW$7.95
Lisskins16% off. MW$7.96
Skinland16% off. MW$7.99DMarket16% off. MW$7.99
Waxpeer16% off. MW$7.99
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About the Nova | Graphite
From the gameIt has been painted in a polygon pattern with metallic paints of various reflectivities over a chrome base coat.
The Nova | Graphite is a Restricted-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Graphite finish on the Nova — see All Nova skins.
Origin
The Nova | Graphite can be unboxed from the CS:GO Weapon Case 2. It belongs to The Arms Deal 2 Collection.
Rarity
The Nova | Graphite is a Restricted-grade skin. In a case opening, an item of this grade comes out roughly ~15.98% of the time.
Float and wear
The float value of the Nova | Graphite runs from 0.00 to 0.12. Not every wear exists for it, which is why some exteriors are scarcer and priced apart. Within a wear, a lower float looks cleaner in game and usually costs more. This page is the Factory New copy, 0.00–0.07 on that scale.
Price
The Nova | Graphite (Factory New) has an aggregate market price of about $7.07. It is down 11.1% over 7 days and down 22.1% over 30 days. Across wears it ranges from $7.07 (Factory New) to $9.50 (Minimal Wear).
Availability
33 marketplaces are quoting the Nova | Graphite right now. The comparison table above lists each one with its lowest price, and the cheapest is marked.
Released
The Nova | Graphite first entered the game on Nov 8, 2013, when the CS:GO Weapon Case 2 was released.
Versions
A StatTrak™ version exists, with an on-weapon kill counter. StatTrak copies are about a tenth of case drops and trade at a premium over the standard skin.
Community rating
Readers rate the Nova | Graphite 3.6 out of 5 from 248 votes.
Price Analysis
Current Trend
The Nova | Graphite (Factory New) shows a Strongly bearish trend. -22.1% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the affordable range.
Traded Range
Since January 2026 it has traded between $6.85 and $19.54. Today's price is 64% below that high.
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Nova stats
| Hitbox | No armor | Armor |
|---|---|---|
| Head | 936 | 468 |
| Chest & arms | 234 | 117 |
| Stomach | 288 | 144 |
| Legs | 171 | 171 |
- Fire rate
- 68 RPM
- Price
- $1,050
- Magazine
- 8 / 32
- Move speed
- 220 u/s
Frequently Asked Questions
Factory New (FN) Nova | Graphite skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. This skin has a restricted float range (0.00-0.12), meaning Battle-Scarred versions don't exist. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Graphite pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the Nova | Graphite is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Graphite aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Factory New covers float values from 0.00 to 0.07 on the CS2 wear scale. Within that band a lower float looks cleaner in game and usually sells for more, so two Factory New copies of the same skin can be priced well apart. Every listing's float is shown in the marketplace table above.
Right now the Factory New is quoted at about $7.07 and the Minimal Wear at about $9.50, so the Minimal Wear costs 34% more. How much of that gap is worth paying depends on the finish: wear shows first on edges and raised areas, so on some designs the cleaner wear is hard to tell apart in game. Switch wears above to compare the two side by side.
Prices for the Nova | Graphite (Factory New) vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the CS:GO Weapon Case 2 or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Nova | Graphite are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The Nova | Graphite (Factory New) is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 11.1%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 22.1%. Price drops can result from new case releases flooding the market, seasonal fluctuations, or shifts in player preferences. This could represent a buying opportunity if you believe the skin will recover. Review the price history chart above for long-term context.
The Nova | Graphite (Factory New) has averaged $11.04 over the past 60 days, against $12.68 over 90 days, $18.77 over 180 days and $16.58 over 360 days. It currently trades at $7.07, 57.4% below its 360-day average. Longer averages smooth out the day-to-day noise of individual listings, so they describe what the Nova | Graphite is actually worth better than any single asking price does. Compare them against the live figures in the marketplace table above.
The Nova | Graphite is part of The Arms Deal 2 Collection. It can be obtained by opening the CS:GO Weapon Case 2. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "It has been painted in a polygon pattern with metallic paints of various reflectivities over a chrome base coat." The Graphite finish on the Nova is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 40+ marketplaces, TradeIt currently has the lowest price for the Nova | Graphite (Factory New) at $6.62. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
The Nova deals 9 pellets of 26 base damage per shot. Per shot (every pellet landing) at point blank that is 936 to the head, 234 to the chest or arms, 288 to the stomach and 171 to the legs, before armor. Damage falls off to ×0.7 every 500 units.
Yes. The Nova kills with one headshot even through a helmet, out to about 52 m (2,050 units).
Have this skin? Check its exact float value, paint seed and sticker wear with the free CS2 Inspect tool — instant 3D preview, no game needed.
