Turtwig DP01 / 56 Pokemon Card from DP Black Star Promos Set
Turtwig is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is a Promo card from the DP Black Star Promos set, illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. The flavor text notes…
Set: DP Black Star Promos
Number: DP01/56
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Turtwig Pokémon Card
Turtwig is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the DP Black Star Promos set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number DP01/56 and is classified as Promo. The DP Black Star Promos set was released on May 1, 2007.
The card includes the flavor text: “Made from soil, the shell on its back hardens when it drinks water. It lives along lakes.”.
Turtwig Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Turtwig
Card number: DP01/56
Set: DP Black Star Promos
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 60
Artist: Masakazu Fukuda
Release date: May 1, 2007
National Pokédex number: 387
Why Collect the Turtwig Pokémon Card?
Turtwig 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 Turtwig Pokémon Card
Turtwig was illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Turtwig Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Turtwig is about
8.70. Recent listings range from roughly
2.99 (low) to $460 (high), with a mid-point near
8.44. 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 Turtwig Pokémon Card
Whether Turtwig 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 242 copies of this card, of which 4 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 1.7%. 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 Turtwig Pokémon Card?
Turtwig carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 242 copies to date.
Other Printings of Turtwig
Turtwig appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include HS—Unleashed 67 (around 7.49), POP Series 6 17 (around
5.29) and Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery GG31 (around
3.58).
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 Turtwig Pokémon Card
The Turtwig 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
8.70; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Turtwig card from?
Turtwig is from the DP Black Star Promos set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered DP01/56 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Turtwig card?
Turtwig is classified as Promo.
How much is the Turtwig DP01/56 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
8.70, within a recent range of roughly
2.99 to $460. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Turtwig card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 242 copies so far, with about 1.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Turtwig?
PSA has graded 242 copies, of which 4 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 1.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Turtwig card?
Turtwig 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 Turtwig?
Yes. Turtwig appears on 20 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
