Tapu Bulu-GX 130 / 147 Pokemon Card from Burning Shadows Set
Tapu Bulu-GX is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card with 180 HP. It is part of the Burning Shadows set in the Sun & Moon series and features artwork by 5ban…
Set: Burning Shadows
Number: 130/147
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Set
About the Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card
Tapu Bulu-GX is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 180 HP from the Burning Shadows set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 130/147 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Burning Shadows set was released on August 5, 2017.
Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tapu Bulu-GX
Card number: 130/147
Set: Burning Shadows
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Subtypes: Basic, GX
Type: Grass
HP: 180
Artist: 5ban Graphics
Release date: August 5, 2017
National Pokédex number: 787
Why Collect the Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card?
Tapu Bulu-GX sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Burning Shadows set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card
Tapu Bulu-GX was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.
For Rare Ultra cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tapu Bulu-GX is about $4.27. Recent listings range from roughly
.68 (low) to $96.94 (high), with a mid-point near $4.30. 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 Burning Shadows set has a median card value near $0.47 and an average near $8.24, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +33% over the last 7 days and +25% 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 Burning Shadows set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card
Whether Tapu Bulu-GX 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.
How Rare Is the Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Tapu Bulu-GX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Other Printings of Tapu Bulu-GX
Tapu Bulu-GX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Hidden Fates Shiny Vault SV91 (around
6.17), Burning Shadows 149 (around
0.42) and SM Black Star Promos SM32 (around
.80).
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 Tapu Bulu-GX Pokémon Card
The Tapu Bulu-GX pokémon card is a Rare Ultra card from the Burning Shadows set (Sun & Moon series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.27; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tapu Bulu-GX card from?
Tapu Bulu-GX is from the Burning Shadows set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 130/147 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Tapu Bulu-GX card?
Tapu Bulu-GX is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Tapu Bulu-GX 130/147 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.27, within a recent range of roughly
.68 to $96.94. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Tapu Bulu-GX card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Tapu Bulu-GX card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Tapu Bulu-GX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Burning Shadows set released?
The Burning Shadows set was released on August 5, 2017.
Are there other printings of Tapu Bulu-GX?
Yes. Tapu Bulu-GX appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
