Banette 1 / 100 Pokemon Card from Crystal Guardians Set
Banette is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is classified as a Rare Holo card from the Crystal Guardians set, which is part of the EX series…
Set: Crystal Guardians
Number: 1/100
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Banette Pokémon Card
Banette is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Crystal Guardians set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 1/100 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Crystal Guardians set was released on August 1, 2006.
Banette Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Banette
Card number: 1/100
Set: Crystal Guardians
Series: EX
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Psychic
HP: 70
Artist: Kyoko Umemoto
Release date: August 1, 2006
National Pokédex number: 354
Why Collect the Banette Pokémon Card?
Banette is a solid addition to the Crystal Guardians set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Banette Pokémon Card
Banette was illustrated by Kyoko Umemoto.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Banette Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Banette is about $30.50. Recent listings range from roughly
6.50 (low) to $5,000 (high), with a mid-point near $70.68. 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 Crystal Guardians set has a median card value near 3.36 and an average near $64.99, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -21% over the last 7 days and -21% 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 Crystal Guardians set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Banette Pokémon Card
Whether Banette 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 Banette Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Banette are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Banette
Banette appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Hidden Legends 1 (around $34.73), Power Keepers 4 (around $32.33) and Platinum 19 (around 3.13).
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 Banette Pokémon Card
The Banette pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Crystal Guardians set (EX series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Crystal Guardians set. Its current aggregated market price is about $30.50; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Banette card from?
Banette is from the Crystal Guardians set (EX series), numbered 1/100 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Banette card?
Banette is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Banette 1/100 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $30.50, within a recent range of roughly
6.50 to $5,000. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Banette 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 Banette card?
Rare Holo cards like Banette are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Crystal Guardians set released?
The Crystal Guardians set was released on August 1, 2006.
Are there other printings of Banette?
Yes. Banette appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
