Protective Orb
Protective Orb is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Unseen Forces (#90). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.37 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Protective Orb suits collectors working on Unseen Forces who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Protective Orb from Unseen Forces?
Protective Orb is a Trainer card in Unseen Forces numbered 90. Protective Orb from Unseen Forces should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Protective Orb worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.37 for Protective Orb. Low and high spread runs $3.67 to $69.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $5.37; Normal: $0.36. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Unseen Forces |
|---|---|
| Number | 90 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $5.37 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.50 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $5.37 |
| Normal | $0.36 |
How collectible is Protective Orb?
Protective Orb is listed as Uncommon in Unseen Forces. 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 Protective Orb?
Catalog fields: set Unseen Forces, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ryo Ueda. 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
Protective Orb from Unseen Forces should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Protective Orb is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Unseen Forces, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $5.37 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $5.37; Normal: $0.36).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $5.37 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Protective Orb worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.37 for ungraded Protective Orb from Unseen Forces. 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 Protective Orb from?
Protective Orb is listed in Unseen Forces (EX) as card #90. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Protective Orb?
Our catalog lists Protective Orb as Uncommon in Unseen Forces. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Protective Orb good for collectors or players?
Protective Orb is primarily a collector reference in Unseen Forces. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Protective Orb?
Finish variants of Protective Orb carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $5.37; Normal: $0.36 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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