Venusaur 13 / 53 Pokemon Card from Wizards Black Star Promos Set
Venusaur is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It is part of the Wizards Black Star Promos set, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. The flavor text notes that…
Set: Wizards Black Star Promos
Number: 13/53
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Venusaur Pokémon Card
Venusaur is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Wizards Black Star Promos set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 13/53 and is classified as Promo. The Wizards Black Star Promos set was released on July 1, 1999.
The card includes the flavor text: “This plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.”.
Venusaur Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Venusaur
Card number: 13/53
Set: Wizards Black Star Promos
Series: Base
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Grass
HP: 100
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: July 1, 1999
National Pokédex number: 3
Why Collect the Venusaur Pokémon Card?
Venusaur is most often collected as part of a complete Wizards 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 Venusaur Pokémon Card
Venusaur was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
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
24. Recent listings range from roughly 20 (low) to $9,999 (high), with a mid-point near 77. 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 Wizards Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $44.16 and an average near $99.73, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +233% over the last 7 days and +331% 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 Wizards Black Star Promos 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 5,133 copies of this card, of which 9 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.2%. 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?
Venusaur carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 5,133 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 Base 15 (around
55).
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 Promo card from the Wizards Black Star Promos set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Wizards Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about
24; 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 Wizards Black Star Promos set (Base series), numbered 13/53 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Venusaur card?
Venusaur is classified as Promo.
How much is the Venusaur 13/53 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
24, within a recent range of roughly 20 to $9,999. 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 5,133 copies so far, with about 0.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Venusaur?
PSA has graded 5,133 copies, of which 9 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Venusaur card?
Venusaur carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
When was the Wizards Black Star Promos set released?
The Wizards Black Star Promos set was released on July 1, 1999.
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.
