Lapras
Lapras is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#79). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.17 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Lapras suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Common 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 Lapras from Platinum?
Lapras is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 79. It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech. National Pokédex #131. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Lapras worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.17 for Lapras. Low and high spread runs $22.39 to $108.80. 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 | 79 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $13.17 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.46 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Grind | Colorless 10× Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to Lapras. |
| Ice Beam | WaterColorlessColorless 30 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Weakness | Metal +20 |
How collectible is Lapras?
Lapras is listed as Common 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 Lapras?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, rarity Common. 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
Lapras from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Lapras is catalogued as Common printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $13.17.
- 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 $13.17 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Lapras worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.17 for ungraded Lapras 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 Lapras from?
Lapras is listed in Platinum (Platinum) as card #79. 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 Lapras?
Our catalog lists Lapras as Common in Platinum. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Lapras good for collectors or players?
Lapras 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.