STNova | PlumeMinimal Wear$1.85The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i> The Nova | Plume is a Mil-Spec-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Plume finish on the Nova. With a Mil-Spec rarity classification, it has approximately a ~15.98% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Nova | Plume can be unboxed from the Shattered Web Case. It belongs to the Shattered Web Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.80. This restricted float range means not all wear conditions are available, which can affect rarity and pricing for specific exteriors. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The Nova | Plume (Minimal Wear) has a median market price of approximately $1.85, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -17.0%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $0.80 (Battle-Scarred) to $4.48 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The Nova | Plume has a community rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 3,922 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Nova skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the Nova | Plume exists, featuring an on-weapon kill counter that tracks confirmed eliminations. StatTrak variants are rarer (approximately 10% of case drops) and typically trade at a 1.5x to 3x premium over standard versions. Learn more about skin terminology.
The StatTrak™ Nova | Plume (Minimal Wear) shows a Strongly bearish trend. -17.0% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Nova | Plume 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. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Plume pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the Nova | Plume is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Plume 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.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). With a float range of 0.00 to 0.80, this skin has specific wear availability that affects pricing. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the Nova | Plume vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Shattered Web Case 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.
StatTrak is a special variant that includes a digital kill counter displayed on the weapon, tracking your confirmed kills in official matches. StatTrak versions of the Nova | Plume are rarer than standard versions (approximately 10% of case drops are StatTrak) and typically cost 1.5x to 3x more. The kill counter adds personalization value as it records your gameplay history with this specific weapon. Note that StatTrak counts reset if you trade the skin.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Nova | Plume 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 | Plume is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 17.0%. 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 | Plume is part of the The Shattered Web Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Shattered Web Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i>" The Plume 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 15+ marketplaces, Lis-Skins currently has the lowest price for the Nova | Plume at $1.85. 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.
