Delcatty
Delcatty is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Ruby & Sapphire (#5). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.40 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Delcatty suits collectors working on Ruby & Sapphire who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.
What is Delcatty from Ruby & Sapphire?
Delcatty is a Pokémon card in Ruby & Sapphire numbered 5. It evolves from Skitty. National Pokédex #301. 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 Delcatty worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.40 for Delcatty. Low and high spread runs $21.99 to $32.37. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $16.40; Holofoil: $26.49. 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 | Ruby & Sapphire |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $16.40 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €8.91 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $16.40 |
| Holofoil | $26.49 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Skitty |
| Max Energy Source | Colorless 10× Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to all of your Active Pokémon. |
| Energy Draw | Once during your turn (before your attack), you may discard 1 Energy card from your hand. Then draw up to 3 cards from your deck. This power can't be used if Delcatty is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Delcatty?
Delcatty is listed as Rare Holo in Ruby & Sapphire. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Delcatty?
Catalog fields: set Ruby & Sapphire, rarity Rare Holo. 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
Delcatty from Ruby & Sapphire should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Delcatty is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Ruby & Sapphire, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $16.40 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $16.40; Holofoil: $26.49).
- Illustrator Atsuko Nishida has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $16.40 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Delcatty worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.40 for ungraded Delcatty from Ruby & Sapphire. 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 Delcatty from?
Delcatty is listed in Ruby & Sapphire (EX) as card #5. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Delcatty?
Our catalog lists Delcatty as Rare Holo in Ruby & Sapphire. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Delcatty good for collectors or players?
Delcatty includes gameplay stats in Ruby & Sapphire. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Delcatty?
Finish variants of Delcatty carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $16.40; Holofoil: $26.49 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.