Heracross 28 / 130 Pokemon Card from Diamond & Pearl Set

Heracross — Diamond & Pearl 28/130 Pokémon TCG card

Heracross is a Basic Pokémon card from the Diamond & Pearl set, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It has 80 HP and is of Grass type. The flavor text notes that it…

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About the Heracross Pokémon Card

Heracross is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Diamond & Pearl set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 28/130 and is classified as Rare. The Diamond & Pearl set was released on May 1, 2007.

The card includes the flavor text: “It gathers in forests to search for tree sap, its favorite food. It's strong enough to hurl foes.”.

Heracross Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Heracross

Card number: 28/130

Set: Diamond & Pearl

Series: Diamond & Pearl

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Grass

HP: 80

Artist: Ken Sugimori

Release date: May 1, 2007

National Pokédex number: 214

Why Collect the Heracross Pokémon Card?

Heracross is a solid addition to the Diamond & Pearl 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 Heracross Pokémon Card

Heracross was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Heracross Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Heracross is about

7.55. Recent listings range from roughly $3.00 (low) to
80 (high), with a mid-point near
6.37. 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 Diamond & Pearl set has a median card value near $4.53 and an average near

3.30, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -81% over the last 7 days and -81% 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 Diamond & Pearl set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Heracross Pokémon Card

Whether Heracross 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 Heracross Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Heracross are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Other Printings of Heracross

Heracross appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge 64 (around

10), Neo Genesis 6 (around
82) and Team Rocket Returns 43 (around $62.21).

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 Heracross Pokémon Card

The Heracross pokémon card is a Rare card from the Diamond & Pearl set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Diamond & Pearl set. Its current aggregated market price is about

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

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Heracross card from?

Heracross is from the Diamond & Pearl set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 28/130 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Heracross card?

Heracross is classified as Rare.

How much is the Heracross 28/130 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

7.55, within a recent range of roughly $3.00 to
80. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Heracross 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 Heracross card?

Rare cards like Heracross are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Diamond & Pearl set released?

The Diamond & Pearl set was released on May 1, 2007.

Are there other printings of Heracross?

Yes. Heracross appears on 27 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.