Carnivine 12 / 159 Pokemon Card from Crown Zenith Set
Carnivine is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is illustrated by artist Shibuzoh. This card is part of the Crown Zenith set from the Sword & Shield…
- Set: Crown Zenith
- Number: 12/159
- Rarity: Uncommon
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About the Carnivine Pokémon Card
Carnivine is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Crown Zenith set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 12/159 and is classified as Uncommon. The Crown Zenith set was released on January 20, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “It binds itself to trees in marshes. It attracts prey with its sweet-smelling drool and gulps them down.”.
Carnivine Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Carnivine
Card number: 12/159
Set: Crown Zenith
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Uncommon
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 90
Artist: Shibuzoh.
Release date: January 20, 2023
National Pokédex number: 455
Why Collect the Carnivine Pokémon Card?
Carnivine is most often collected as part of a complete Crown Zenith 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 Carnivine Pokémon Card
Carnivine was illustrated by Shibuzoh..
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Carnivine Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Carnivine is about $0.36. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to $999 (high), with a mid-point near $0.36. 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 Crown Zenith set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Crown Zenith set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Carnivine Pokémon Card
Whether Carnivine 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 4 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. 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 Carnivine Pokémon Card?
As an Uncommon card, Carnivine sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 4 copies to date.
Other Printings of Carnivine
Carnivine appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include POP Series 8 7 (around $6.23), Diamond & Pearl 21 (around $5.82) and Platinum 43 (around $3.26).
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 Carnivine Pokémon Card
The Carnivine pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Crown Zenith set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Crown Zenith set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.36; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Carnivine card from?
Carnivine is from the Crown Zenith set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 12/159 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Carnivine card?
Carnivine is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Carnivine 12/159 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.36, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to $999. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Carnivine card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 4 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Carnivine?
PSA has graded 4 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Carnivine card?
As an Uncommon card, Carnivine sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Crown Zenith set released?
The Crown Zenith set was released on January 20, 2023.
Are there other printings of Carnivine?
Yes. Carnivine appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.