Swablu is a Basic Pokémon card from the Platinum set, which is part of the mid-2000s era released in 2009. It has 50 HP and is categorized as a Colorless…
Set: Platinum
Number: SH5/127
Rarity: Rare
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About the Swablu Pokémon Card
Swablu is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Platinum set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number SH5/127 and is classified as Rare. The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
Swablu Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Swablu
Card number: SH5/127
Set: Platinum
Series: Platinum
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Colorless
HP: 50
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: February 11, 2009
National Pokédex number: 333
Why Collect the Swablu Pokémon Card?
Swablu 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 Swablu Pokémon Card
Swablu 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 Swablu Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Swablu is about $77.06. Recent listings range from roughly $45.26 (low) to
00 (high), with a mid-point near $67.53. 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 +30% over the last 7 days and +14% 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 Swablu Pokémon Card
Whether Swablu 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 Swablu Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Swablu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Swablu
Swablu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Deoxys 79 (around $46.62), Emerald 67 (around $38.90) and Paradox Rift 213 (around
9.93).
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 Swablu Pokémon Card
The Swablu 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 $77.06; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Swablu card from?
Swablu is from the Platinum set (Platinum series), numbered SH5/127 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Swablu card?
Swablu is classified as Rare.
How much is the Swablu SH5/127 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $77.06, within a recent range of roughly $45.26 to
00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Swablu 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 Swablu card?
Rare cards like Swablu 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 Swablu?
Yes. Swablu appears on 33 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
