Shaymin
Shaymin is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#15). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.67 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Shaymin suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Rare Holo 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 Shaymin from Platinum?
Shaymin is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 15. The flowers all over its body burst into bloom if it is lovingly hugged and senses gratitude. National Pokédex #492. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Shaymin worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.67 for Shaymin. Low and high spread runs $8.69 to $83.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $9.67; Holofoil: $11.92. 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 | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Number | 15 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $9.67 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.43 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $9.67 |
| Holofoil | $11.92 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Growth | Attach a Grass Energy card from your hand to Shaymin. |
| Air Slash | ColorlessColorless 40 Flip a coin. If tails, discard an Energy attached to Shaymin. |
| Weakness | Fire +20 |
How collectible is Shaymin?
Shaymin is listed as Rare Holo in Platinum. 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 Shaymin?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, 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
Shaymin from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Shaymin is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $9.67 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $9.67; Holofoil: $11.92).
- 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 $9.67 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Shaymin worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.67 for ungraded Shaymin from Platinum. 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 Shaymin from?
Shaymin is listed in Platinum (Platinum) as card #15. 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 Shaymin?
Our catalog lists Shaymin as Rare Holo in Platinum. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Shaymin good for collectors or players?
Shaymin includes gameplay stats in Platinum. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Shaymin?
Finish variants of Shaymin carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $9.67; Holofoil: $11.92 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.