Zapdos SM159 / 248 Pokemon Card from SM Black Star Promos Set

Zapdos — SM Black Star Promos SM159/248 Pokémon TCG card

Zapdos is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is a Promo card from the SM Black Star Promos set, illustrated by Misa Tsutsui. The flavor text…

Set: SM Black Star Promos
Number: SM159/248
Rarity: Promo

Set

About the Zapdos Pokémon Card

Zapdos is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the SM Black Star Promos set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number SM159/248 and is classified as Promo. The SM Black Star Promos set was released on February 3, 2017.

The card includes the flavor text: “A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.”.

Zapdos Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Zapdos

Card number: SM159/248

Set: SM Black Star Promos

Series: Sun & Moon

Rarity: Promo

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 110

Artist: Misa Tsutsui

Release date: February 3, 2017

National Pokédex number: 145

Why Collect the Zapdos Pokémon Card?

Zapdos is most often collected as part of a complete SM Black Star Promos 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 Zapdos Pokémon Card

Zapdos was illustrated by Misa Tsutsui.

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

Market Price and Value of the Zapdos Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Zapdos is about

7.57. Recent listings range from roughly

2.50 (low) to

98 (high), with a mid-point near

8.23. 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 SM Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $8.70 and an average near

6.60, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +6% over the last 7 days and +25% 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 SM Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Zapdos Pokémon Card

Whether Zapdos 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 Zapdos Pokémon Card?

Zapdos carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

Other Printings of Zapdos

Zapdos appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 19 (around $413), Pokémon Rumble 8 (around $300) and Supreme Victors 150 (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 Zapdos card from?

Zapdos is from the SM Black Star Promos set (Sun & Moon series), numbered SM159/248 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Zapdos card?

Zapdos is classified as Promo.

How much is the Zapdos SM159/248 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

7.57, within a recent range of roughly

2.50 to

98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Zapdos 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 Zapdos card?