Shaymin
Shaymin is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#38). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.93 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Shaymin suits collectors working on Platinum 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 Platinum.
What is Shaymin from Platinum?
Shaymin is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 38. It lives in flower patches and avoids detection by curling up to look like a flowering plant. National Pokédex #492. This printing is from Platinum. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Shaymin worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.93 for Shaymin. Low and high spread runs $14.00 to $199.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $9.93; Normal: $5.24. This printing is from Platinum. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Number | 38 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $9.93 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.17 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $9.93 |
| Normal | $5.24 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Energy Blow | 10+ Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Shaymin. |
| Aromatherapy | GrassColorlessColorless 40 Remove 2 damage counters from each of your Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fire +20 |
How collectible is Shaymin?
Shaymin is listed as Rare in Platinum. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Platinum. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Shaymin?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Platinum. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2009.
Cactaur's take
Shaymin from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Shaymin is catalogued as Rare printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $9.93 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $9.93; Normal: $5.24).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou 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 $9.93 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 $9.93 for ungraded Shaymin from Platinum. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Shaymin from?
Shaymin is listed in Platinum (Platinum) as card #38. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. This printing is from Platinum.
How rare is Shaymin?
Our catalog lists Shaymin as Rare 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. This printing is from Platinum.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Shaymin?
Finish variants of Shaymin carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $9.93; Normal: $5.24 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.