Persian
Persian is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Skyridge (#42). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $43.60 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Persian suits collectors working on Skyridge who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $43.60 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Persian from Skyridge?
Persian is a Pokémon card in Skyridge numbered 42. It evolves from Meowth. National Pokédex #53. 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 is Persian worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $43.60 for Persian. Low and high spread runs $129.99 to $2722.32. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $43.60; Normal: $17.69. 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 | Skyridge |
|---|---|
| Number | 42 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $43.60 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.29 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $43.60 |
| Normal | $17.69 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Meowth |
| Surprise Slash | ColorlessColorless 20 Flip a coin. If heads, look at your opponent's hand. If he or she has any Trainer cards there, choose 1 of them. You opponent shuffles that card into his or her deck. |
| Lunge | ColorlessColorless 50 Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Persian?
Persian is listed as Uncommon in Skyridge. 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 Persian?
Catalog fields: set Skyridge, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. 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
Persian (#42) is a chase-tier Uncommon printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Persian is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Skyridge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $43.60 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $43.60; Normal: $17.69).
- Illustrator Atsuko Nishida 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 $43.60 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Persian worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $43.60 for ungraded Persian from Skyridge. 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 Persian from?
Persian is listed in Skyridge (E-Card) as card #42. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Persian?
Our catalog lists Persian as Uncommon in Skyridge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Persian good for collectors or players?
Persian includes gameplay stats in Skyridge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Persian?
Grading only makes sense when Persian appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $43.60, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Persian?
Finish variants of Persian carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $43.60; Normal: $17.69 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.