Shaymin is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is classified as a Rare Holo card from the Platinum set, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. The flavor text…
Set: Platinum
Number: 14/127
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Shaymin Pokémon Card
Shaymin is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Platinum set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number 14/127 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
The card includes the flavor text: “It lives in flower patches and avoids detection by curling up to look like a flowering plant.”.
Shaymin Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Shaymin
Card number: 14/127
Set: Platinum
Series: Platinum
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 70
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: February 11, 2009
National Pokédex number: 492
Why Collect the Shaymin Pokémon Card?
Shaymin 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 Shaymin Pokémon Card
Shaymin was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Shaymin Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Shaymin is about
7.08. Recent listings range from roughly 4.19 (low) to
92 (high), with a mid-point near
6.33. 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 -4% over the last 7 days and -8% 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 Shaymin Pokémon Card
Whether Shaymin 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 Shaymin Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Shaymin are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Shaymin
Shaymin appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include XY Black Star Promos XY115 (around $59.51), HS—Unleashed 8 (around
6.66) and Destined Rivals 185 (around
5.10).
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 Shaymin Pokémon Card
The Shaymin pokémon card is a Rare Holo 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
7.08; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Shaymin card from?
Shaymin is from the Platinum set (Platinum series), numbered 14/127 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Shaymin card?
Shaymin is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Shaymin 14/127 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
7.08, within a recent range of roughly
4.19 to
92. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Shaymin 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 Shaymin card?
Rare Holo cards like Shaymin 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 Shaymin?
Yes. Shaymin appears on 24 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
