Lotad SH4 / 127 Pokemon Card from Platinum Set
Lotad is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 50 HP. It is illustrated by artist Masakazu Fukuda and is part of the Platinum set, card number SH4, released in the…
- Set: Platinum
- Number: SH4/127
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Lotad Pokémon Card
Lotad is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Platinum set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number SH4/127 and is classified as Rare. The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
Lotad Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Lotad
Card number: SH4/127
Set: Platinum
Series: Platinum
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 50
Artist: Masakazu Fukuda
Release date: February 11, 2009
National Pokédex number: 270
Why Collect the Lotad Pokémon Card?
Lotad 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 Lotad Pokémon Card
Lotad 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 Lotad Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Lotad is about $64.99. Recent listings range from roughly $63.00 (low) to $518 (high), with a mid-point near $91.57. 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
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 Lotad Pokémon Card
Whether Lotad 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 Lotad Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Lotad are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Lotad
Lotad appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Deoxys 63 (around
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 Lotad Pokémon Card
The Lotad 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 $64.99; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Lotad card from?
Lotad is from the Platinum set (Platinum series), numbered SH4/127 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Lotad card?
Lotad is classified as Rare.
How much is the Lotad SH4/127 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $64.99, within a recent range of roughly $63.00 to $518. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Lotad 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 Lotad card?
Rare cards like Lotad 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 Lotad?
Yes. Lotad appears on 19 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.