Staraptor 16 / 130 Pokemon Card from Diamond & Pearl Set
Staraptor is a Stage 2 Pokémon with 100 HP, belonging to the Colorless type. The card features artwork by Masahiko Ishii and is part of the Diamond & Pearl…
Set: Diamond & Pearl
Number: 16/130
Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Staraptor Pokémon Card
Staraptor is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Diamond & Pearl set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 16/130 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Diamond & Pearl set was released on May 1, 2007.
The card includes the flavor text: “It has a savage nature. It will courageously challenge foes that are much larger.”.
Staraptor Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Staraptor
Card number: 16/130
Set: Diamond & Pearl
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Colorless
HP: 100
Artist: Masahiko Ishii
Release date: May 1, 2007
National Pokédex number: 398
Why Collect the Staraptor Pokémon Card?
Staraptor 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 Staraptor Pokémon Card
Staraptor was illustrated by Masahiko Ishii.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Staraptor Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Staraptor is about
0.84. Recent listings range from roughly $7.35 (low) to 13 (high), with a mid-point near 0.30. 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 +10% over the last 7 days and +7% 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 Staraptor Pokémon Card
Whether Staraptor 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 Staraptor Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Staraptor are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Staraptor
Staraptor appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Stormfront 27 (around $7.48), Plasma Freeze 97 (around $4.10) and BREAKthrough 127 (around $0.49).
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 Staraptor Pokémon Card
The Staraptor pokémon card is a Rare Holo 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
0.84; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Staraptor card from?
Staraptor is from the Diamond & Pearl set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 16/130 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Staraptor card?
Staraptor is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Staraptor 16/130 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
0.84, within a recent range of roughly $7.35 to 13. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Staraptor 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 Staraptor card?
Rare Holo cards like Staraptor 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 Staraptor?
Yes. Staraptor appears on 9 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
