Butterfree VMAX 190 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set

Butterfree VMAX — Darkness Ablaze 190/189 Pokémon TCG card

Butterfree VMAX is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 300 HP. It is classified as a VMAX and is part of the Darkness Ablaze set in the Sword & Shield series. The…

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About the Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card

Butterfree VMAX is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 300 HP from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 190/189 and is classified as Rare Rainbow. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.

Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Butterfree VMAX

Card number: 190/189

Set: Darkness Ablaze

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Rare Rainbow

Subtypes: VMAX

Type: Grass

HP: 300

Artist: aky CG Works

Release date: August 14, 2020

National Pokédex number: 12

Why Collect the Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card?

Butterfree VMAX 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 Darkness Ablaze 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 Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card

Butterfree VMAX was illustrated by aky CG Works.

For Rare Rainbow 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 Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Butterfree VMAX is about

3.77. Recent listings range from roughly
9.99 (low) to
21 (high), with a mid-point near
4.74. 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 Darkness Ablaze set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near

.54, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -42% over the last 7 days and -39% 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 Darkness Ablaze set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card

Whether Butterfree VMAX 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 2,151 copies of this card, of which 1,798 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 83.6%. 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 Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card?

Rare Rainbow cards such as Butterfree VMAX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

Its collector number (190/189) sits above the set's printed total of 189, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,151 copies to date.

Other Printings of Butterfree VMAX

Butterfree VMAX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Darkness Ablaze 2 (around $5.91).

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 Butterfree VMAX Pokémon Card

The Butterfree VMAX pokémon card is a Rare Rainbow card from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield 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

3.77; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Butterfree VMAX card from?

Butterfree VMAX is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 190/189 with the Rare Rainbow rarity.

What rarity is the Butterfree VMAX card?

Butterfree VMAX is classified as Rare Rainbow.

How much is the Butterfree VMAX 190/189 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

3.77, within a recent range of roughly
9.99 to
21. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Butterfree VMAX card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,151 copies so far, with about 83.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Butterfree VMAX?

PSA has graded 2,151 copies, of which 1,798 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 83.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Butterfree VMAX card?

Rare Rainbow cards such as Butterfree VMAX 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 Darkness Ablaze set released?

The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.

Are there other printings of Butterfree VMAX?

Yes. Butterfree VMAX appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.