Prinplup
Prinplup is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Diamond & Pearl (#58). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $22.67 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Prinplup suits collectors working on Diamond & Pearl who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $22.67 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Prinplup from Diamond & Pearl?
Prinplup is a Pokémon card in Diamond & Pearl numbered 58. It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important. National Pokédex #394. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Prinplup worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $22.67 for Prinplup. Low and high spread runs $2.49 to $33.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $22.67; Normal: $0.84. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Diamond & Pearl |
|---|---|
| Number | 58 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $22.67 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.40 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $22.67 |
| Normal | $0.84 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Piplup |
| Aqua Shower | Water Does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Brine | WaterWater Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon that has any damage counters on it. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Lightning +20 |
How collectible is Prinplup?
Prinplup is listed as Uncommon in Diamond & Pearl. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Prinplup?
Catalog fields: set Diamond & Pearl, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Prinplup (#58) is a chase-tier Uncommon printing in Diamond & Pearl. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Prinplup is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Diamond & Pearl, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $22.67 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $22.67; Normal: $0.84).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $22.67 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Prinplup worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $22.67 for ungraded Prinplup from Diamond & Pearl. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Prinplup from?
Prinplup is listed in Diamond & Pearl (Diamond & Pearl) as card #58. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Prinplup?
Our catalog lists Prinplup as Uncommon in Diamond & Pearl. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Prinplup good for collectors or players?
Prinplup includes gameplay stats in Diamond & Pearl. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Prinplup?
Grading only makes sense when Prinplup appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $22.67, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Prinplup?
Finish variants of Prinplup carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $22.67; Normal: $0.84 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.