Palkia DP27 / 56 Pokemon Card from DP Black Star Promos Set

Palkia — DP Black Star Promos DP27/56 Pokémon TCG card

Palkia is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is part of the DP Black Star Promos set from the Diamond & Pearl series, illustrated by Daisuke Ito. The…

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About the Palkia Pokémon Card

Palkia is a Water-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the DP Black Star Promos set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number DP27/56 and is classified as Promo. The DP Black Star Promos set was released on May 1, 2007.

The card includes the flavor text: “It has the ability to distort space. It is described as a deity in Sinnoh-region mythology.”.

Palkia Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Palkia

Card number: DP27/56

Set: DP Black Star Promos

Series: Diamond & Pearl

Rarity: Promo

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Water

HP: 90

Artist: Daisuke Ito

Release date: May 1, 2007

National Pokédex number: 484

Why Collect the Palkia Pokémon Card?

Palkia is most often collected as part of a complete DP Black Star Promos set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Palkia Pokémon Card

Palkia was illustrated by Daisuke Ito.

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

Market Price and Value of the Palkia Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Palkia is about

5.30. Recent listings range from roughly $5.00 (low) to $4,321 (high), with a mid-point near
5.18. 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 DP Black Star Promos set has a median card value near

9.61 and an average near $48.21, so this card sits below the typical card in the set.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the DP Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Palkia Pokémon Card

Whether Palkia 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 155 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.6%. 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 Palkia Pokémon Card?

Palkia carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 155 copies to date.

Other Printings of Palkia

Palkia appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include XY Black Star Promos XY75 (around $58.60), Majestic Dawn 11 (around $56.83) and Call of Legends SL8 (around $53.99).

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 Palkia Pokémon Card

The Palkia pokémon card is a Promo card from the DP Black Star Promos set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the DP Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about

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

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Palkia card from?

Palkia is from the DP Black Star Promos set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered DP27/56 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Palkia card?

Palkia is classified as Promo.

How much is the Palkia DP27/56 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

5.30, within a recent range of roughly $5.00 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Palkia card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 155 copies so far, with about 0.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Palkia?

PSA has graded 155 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Palkia card?

Palkia carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

When was the DP Black Star Promos set released?

The DP Black Star Promos set was released on May 1, 2007.

Are there other printings of Palkia?

Yes. Palkia appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.