Persian
Persian is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from HeartGold & SoulSilver (#27). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.88 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Persian suits collectors working on HeartGold & SoulSilver who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver.
What is Persian from HeartGold & SoulSilver?
Persian is a Pokémon card in HeartGold & SoulSilver numbered 27. Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant. National Pokédex #53. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 27 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Persian worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.88 for Persian. Low and high spread runs $5.80 to $159.40. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $12.88; Normal: $2.61. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 27 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | HeartGold & SoulSilver |
|---|---|
| Number | 27 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $12.88 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.89 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $12.88 |
| Normal | $2.61 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Meowth |
| Sharpen Claws | Colorless Flip 3 coins. For each heads, discard a card from your opponent's hand without looking. |
| Sneaky Attack | ColorlessColorless 30+ If Persian has any Darkness Energy attached to it, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Persian?
Persian is listed as Rare in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 27 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Persian?
Catalog fields: set HeartGold & SoulSilver, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 27 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Persian from HeartGold & SoulSilver should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Persian is catalogued as Rare printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $12.88 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $12.88; Normal: $2.61).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno 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 $12.88 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 $12.88 for ungraded Persian from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Persian from?
Persian is listed in HeartGold & SoulSilver (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #27. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Persian?
Our catalog lists Persian as Rare in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 Persian?
Finish variants of Persian carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $12.88; Normal: $2.61 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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