Unown
Unown is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Ancient Origins (#30). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.12 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Unown suits collectors working on Ancient Origins 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 Unown from Ancient Origins?
Unown is a Pokémon card in Ancient Origins numbered 30. Shaped like ancient writing, it is a huge mystery whether language or Unown came first. National Pokédex #201. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Unown worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.12 for Unown. Low and high spread runs $0.39 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.12; Normal: $0.26. 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 | Ancient Origins |
|---|---|
| Number | 30 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.12 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.41 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.12 |
| Normal | $0.26 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Hidden Power | Colorless 10 |
| Farewell Letter | Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon is on your Bench, you may discard this Pokémon and all cards attached to it (this does not count as a Knock Out). If you do, draw a card. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Unown?
Unown is listed as Common in Ancient Origins. 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 Unown?
Catalog fields: set Ancient Origins, rarity Common. Illustrated by Akira Komayama. Format status: Expanded. 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
Unown from Ancient Origins should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Unown is catalogued as Common printing in Ancient Origins, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.12 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.12; Normal: $0.26).
- Illustrator Akira Komayama 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 $1.12 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Unown worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.12 for ungraded Unown from Ancient Origins. 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 Unown from?
Unown is listed in Ancient Origins (XY) as card #30. 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 Unown?
Our catalog lists Unown as Common in Ancient Origins. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Unown good for collectors or players?
Unown includes gameplay stats in Ancient Origins. 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 Unown?
Finish variants of Unown carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.12; Normal: $0.26 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.