Venusaur 3 / 73 Pokemon Card from Shining Legends Set
Venusaur is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with 160 HP. It is illustrated by artist Eske Yoshinob and is part of the Shining Legends set from the Sun & Moon…
Set: Shining Legends
Number: 3/73
Rarity: Uncommon
Set
About the Venusaur Pokémon Card
Venusaur is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 160 HP from the Shining Legends set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 3/73 and is classified as Uncommon. The Shining Legends set was released on October 6, 2017.
The card includes the flavor text: “By spreading the broad petals of its flower and catching the sun's rays, it fills its body with power.”.
Venusaur Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Venusaur
Card number: 3/73
Set: Shining Legends
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Uncommon
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Grass
HP: 160
Artist: Eske Yoshinob
Release date: October 6, 2017
National Pokédex number: 3
Why Collect the Venusaur Pokémon Card?
Venusaur is most often collected as part of a complete Shining Legends 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 Venusaur Pokémon Card
Venusaur was illustrated by Eske Yoshinob.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Venusaur Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Venusaur is about
.45. Recent listings range from roughly
.20 (low) to $31.84 (high), with a mid-point near
.50. 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 Shining Legends set has a median card value near $0.71 and an average near
6.40, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -2% over the last 7 days and +19% 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 Shining Legends set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Venusaur Pokémon Card
Whether Venusaur 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.
PSA has graded 192 copies of this card, of which 71 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 37.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Venusaur Pokémon Card?
As an Uncommon card, Venusaur sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 192 copies to date.
Other Printings of Venusaur
Venusaur appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 18 (around $800), Pokémon Rumble 1 (around
80) and Wizards Black Star Promos 13 (around 24).
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 Venusaur Pokémon Card
The Venusaur pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Shining Legends set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Shining Legends set. Its current aggregated market price is about .45; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Venusaur card from?
Venusaur is from the Shining Legends set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 3/73 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Venusaur card?
Venusaur is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Venusaur 3/73 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.45, within a recent range of roughly
.20 to $31.84. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Venusaur card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 192 copies so far, with about 37.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Venusaur?
PSA has graded 192 copies, of which 71 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 37.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Venusaur card?
As an Uncommon card, Venusaur sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Shining Legends set released?
The Shining Legends set was released on October 6, 2017.
Are there other printings of Venusaur?
Yes. Venusaur appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
