Banette is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon card from the Platinum set, illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. It has an HP of 90 and is classified as a Rare card.…
Set: Platinum
Number: 19/127
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Banette Pokémon Card
Banette is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Platinum set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number 19/127 and is classified as Rare. The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
Banette Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Banette
Card number: 19/127
Set: Platinum
Series: Platinum
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Psychic
HP: 90
Artist: Tomokazu Komiya
Release date: February 11, 2009
National Pokédex number: 354
Why Collect the Banette Pokémon Card?
Banette is a solid addition to the Platinum 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 Banette Pokémon Card
Banette was illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Banette Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Banette is about
3.13. Recent listings range from roughly 8.00 (low) to $320 (high), with a mid-point near $38.99. 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 Platinum set has a median card value near $5.25 and an average near
6.56, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -49% over the last 7 days and -60% 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 Platinum set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Banette Pokémon Card
Whether Banette 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 Banette Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Banette are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Banette
Banette appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Hidden Legends 1 (around $34.73), Power Keepers 4 (around $32.33) and Crystal Guardians 1 (around $30.50).
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 Banette Pokémon Card
The Banette pokémon card is a Rare card from the Platinum set (Platinum series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Platinum set. Its current aggregated market price is about
3.13; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Banette card from?
Banette is from the Platinum set (Platinum series), numbered 19/127 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Banette card?
Banette is classified as Rare.
How much is the Banette 19/127 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
3.13, within a recent range of roughly 8.00 to $320. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Banette 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 Banette card?
Rare cards like Banette are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Platinum set released?
The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
Are there other printings of Banette?
Yes. Banette appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
