Carnivine
Carnivine is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#43). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.32 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Carnivine suits collectors working on Platinum 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 Carnivine from Platinum?
Carnivine is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 43. Carnivine from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. National Pokédex #455. 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 Carnivine worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.32 for Carnivine. Low and high spread runs $0.99 to $47.10. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $3.32; Normal: $0.37. 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 | 43 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.32 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.10 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $3.32 |
| Normal | $0.37 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Stretch Vine | Grass Choose 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to each of them. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Absorb | ColorlessColorless 20 Remove 2 damage counters from Carnivine. |
| Vine Extract | GrassGrass 30 If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned and Poisoned. |
| Weakness | Fire +20 |
How collectible is Carnivine?
Carnivine is listed as Uncommon 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 Carnivine?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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
Carnivine from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Carnivine is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.32 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $3.32; Normal: $0.37).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita 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 $3.32 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Carnivine worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.32 for ungraded Carnivine 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 Carnivine from?
Carnivine is listed in Platinum (Platinum) as card #43. 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 Carnivine?
Our catalog lists Carnivine as Uncommon in Platinum. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Carnivine good for collectors or players?
Carnivine 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 Carnivine?
Finish variants of Carnivine carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $3.32; Normal: $0.37 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.