Volcarona BW40 / 101 Pokemon Card from BW Black Star Promos Set
Volcarona is a Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is featured in the BW Black Star Promos set, card number BW40, illustrated by artist Shin Nagasawa.…
Set: BW Black Star Promos
Number: BW40/101
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Volcarona Pokémon Card
Volcarona is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the BW Black Star Promos set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number BW40/101 and is classified as Promo. The BW Black Star Promos set was released on March 1, 2011.
The card includes the flavor text: “A sea of fire engulfs the surroundings of their battles, since they use their six wings to scatter their ember scales.”.
Volcarona Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Volcarona
Card number: BW40/101
Set: BW Black Star Promos
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fire
HP: 110
Artist: Shin Nagasawa
Release date: March 1, 2011
National Pokédex number: 637
Why Collect the Volcarona Pokémon Card?
Volcarona is most often collected as part of a complete BW Black Star Promos 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 Volcarona Pokémon Card
Volcarona was illustrated by Shin Nagasawa.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Volcarona Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Volcarona is about
0.33. Recent listings range from roughly
6.69 (low) to
67 (high), with a mid-point near $32.95. 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 BW Black Star Promos set has a median card value near
7.83 and an average near $51.15, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -39% over the last 7 days and -35% 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 BW Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Volcarona Pokémon Card
Whether Volcarona 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 Volcarona Pokémon Card?
Volcarona carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Other Printings of Volcarona
Volcarona appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Black Bolt 100 (around $61.97), Noble Victories 21 (around $4.04) and Steam Siege 15 (around
.79).
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 Volcarona Pokémon Card
The Volcarona pokémon card is a Promo card from the BW Black Star Promos set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the BW Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about 0.33; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Volcarona card from?
Volcarona is from the BW Black Star Promos set (Black & White series), numbered BW40/101 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Volcarona card?
Volcarona is classified as Promo.
How much is the Volcarona BW40/101 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
0.33, within a recent range of roughly
6.69 to
67. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Volcarona 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 Volcarona card?
Volcarona carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
When was the BW Black Star Promos set released?
The BW Black Star Promos set was released on March 1, 2011.
Are there other printings of Volcarona?
Yes. Volcarona appears on 20 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
