Starly 117 / 172 Pokemon Card from Brilliant Stars Set

Starly — Brilliant Stars 117/172 Pokémon TCG card

Starly is a Basic Pokémon card from the Brilliant Stars set in the Sword & Shield series. It has 60 HP and is classified as a Colorless type. The card…

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About the Starly Pokémon Card

Starly is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Brilliant Stars set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 117/172 and is classified as Common. The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.

The card includes the flavor text: “They flock around mountains and fields, chasing after bug Pokémon. Their singing is noisy and annoying.”.

Starly Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Starly

Card number: 117/172

Set: Brilliant Stars

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Colorless

HP: 60

Artist: Saya Tsuruta

Release date: February 25, 2022

National Pokédex number: 396

Why Collect the Starly Pokémon Card?

Starly is most often collected as part of a complete Brilliant Stars set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Starly Pokémon Card

Starly was illustrated by Saya Tsuruta.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Starly Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Starly is about $0.28. Recent listings range from roughly $0.07 (low) to

.14 (high), with a mid-point near $0.28. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Brilliant Stars set has a median card value near $0.30 and an average near $4.77, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -33% over the last 7 days and 0% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Brilliant Stars set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Starly Pokémon Card

Whether Starly is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 3 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 66.7%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Starly Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Starly was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 3 copies to date.

Other Printings of Starly

Starly appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Scarlet & Violet 221 (around

5.12), POP Series 6 16 (around $4.99) and Supreme Victors 129 (around $3.99).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Starly Pokémon Card

The Starly pokémon card is a Common card from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Brilliant Stars set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.28; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Starly card from?

Starly is from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 117/172 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Starly card?

Starly is classified as Common.

How much is the Starly 117/172 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.28, within a recent range of roughly $0.07 to

.14. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Starly card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3 copies so far, with about 66.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Starly?

PSA has graded 3 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 66.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Starly card?

As a Common card, Starly was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Brilliant Stars set released?

The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.

Are there other printings of Starly?

Yes. Starly appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.