Tauros 12 / 100 Pokemon Card from Crystal Guardians Set
Tauros is a Basic Pokémon card from the Crystal Guardians set, released in the mid-2000s era (2006). It has a type of Colorless and an HP of 70. The card…
Set: Crystal Guardians
Number: 12/100
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Tauros Pokémon Card
Tauros is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Crystal Guardians set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 12/100 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Crystal Guardians set was released on August 1, 2006.
Tauros Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tauros
Card number: 12/100
Set: Crystal Guardians
Series: EX
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Colorless
HP: 70
Artist: Hajime Kusajima
Release date: August 1, 2006
National Pokédex number: 128
Why Collect the Tauros Pokémon Card?
Tauros 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 Tauros Pokémon Card
Tauros was illustrated by Hajime Kusajima.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Tauros Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tauros is about $32.50. Recent listings range from roughly
2.49 (low) to $500 (high), with a mid-point near $39.00. 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 +17% over the last 7 days and -73% 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 Tauros Pokémon Card
Whether Tauros 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 Tauros Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Tauros are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Tauros
Tauros appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 65 (around
04), Expedition Base Set 133 (around $37.43) and FireRed & LeafGreen 16 (around $36.69).
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 Tauros Pokémon Card
The Tauros 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 $32.50; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tauros card from?
Tauros is from the Crystal Guardians set (EX series), numbered 12/100 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Tauros card?
Tauros is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Tauros 12/100 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $32.50, within a recent range of roughly
2.49 to $500. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Tauros 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 Tauros card?
Rare Holo cards like Tauros 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 Tauros?
Yes. Tauros appears on 27 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
