Lucario 53 / 127 Pokemon Card from Platinum Set

Lucario — Platinum 53/127 Pokémon TCG card

Lucario is a Stage 1 Metal-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It was illustrated by Kouki Saitou and is part of the Platinum set, released in the mid-2000s era (2009).…

Set: Platinum
Number: 53/127
Rarity: Uncommon

Set

About the Lucario Pokémon Card

Lucario is a Metal-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Platinum set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number 53/127 and is classified as Uncommon. The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.

The card includes the flavor text: “A well-trained one can sense auras to identify and take in the feelings of creatures over half a mile away.”.

Lucario Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Lucario

Card number: 53/127

Set: Platinum

Series: Platinum

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Metal

HP: 90

Artist: Kouki Saitou

Release date: February 11, 2009

National Pokédex number: 448

Why Collect the Lucario Pokémon Card?

Lucario is most often collected as part of a complete Platinum 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 Lucario Pokémon Card

Lucario was illustrated by Kouki Saitou.

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

Market Price and Value of the Lucario Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Lucario is about

0.73. Recent listings range from roughly

7.00 (low) to $310 (high), with a mid-point near

63. 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 below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -12% over the last 7 days and -31% 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 Lucario Pokémon Card

Whether Lucario 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 Lucario Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Lucario sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Other Printings of Lucario

Lucario appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include BW Black Star Promos BW85 (around $312), Pokémon Rumble 12 (around

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Lucario card from?

Lucario is from the Platinum set (Platinum series), numbered 53/127 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Lucario card?

Lucario is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Lucario 53/127 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

0.73, within a recent range of roughly

7.00 to $310. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Lucario 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 Lucario card?