Bench Shield
Bench Shield is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Arceus (#83). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Bench Shield suits collectors working on Arceus 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 Bench Shield from Arceus?
Bench Shield is a Trainer card in Arceus numbered 83. Bench Shield from Arceus should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. 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 Bench Shield worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.00 for Bench Shield. Low and high spread runs $0.45 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.00; Normal: $0.43. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Arceus |
|---|---|
| Number | 83 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.24 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.00 |
| Normal | $0.43 |
How collectible is Bench Shield?
Bench Shield is listed as Uncommon in Arceus. 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 Bench Shield?
Catalog fields: set Arceus, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Wataru Kawahara. 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
Bench Shield from Arceus should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Bench Shield is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Arceus, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.00; Normal: $0.43).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Bench Shield worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.00 for ungraded Bench Shield from Arceus. 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 Bench Shield from?
Bench Shield is listed in Arceus (Platinum) as card #83. 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 Bench Shield?
Our catalog lists Bench Shield as Uncommon in Arceus. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Bench Shield good for collectors or players?
Bench Shield is primarily a collector reference in Arceus. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. 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 Bench Shield?
Finish variants of Bench Shield carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.00; Normal: $0.43 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.