Starmie
Starmie is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from HeartGold & SoulSilver (#53). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.92 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Starmie suits collectors working on HeartGold & SoulSilver who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver.
What is Starmie from HeartGold & SoulSilver?
Starmie is a Pokémon card in HeartGold & SoulSilver numbered 53. The middle section of its body is called the core. It glows in a different color each time it is seen. National Pokédex #121. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver.
What is Starmie worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.92 for Starmie. Low and high spread runs $1.00 to $4.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.92; Normal: $0.82. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 53 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | HeartGold & SoulSilver |
|---|---|
| Number | 53 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.92 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.46 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.92 |
| Normal | $0.82 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Staryu |
| Cosmic Cyclone | Water 20× Choose as many Water Energy attached to your Pokémon as you like. This attack does 20 damage times the number of Energy you chose. Shuffle those cards back into your deck. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Starmie?
Starmie is listed as Uncommon in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 53 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Starmie?
Catalog fields: set HeartGold & SoulSilver, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Collector number 53 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Starmie from HeartGold & SoulSilver should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Starmie is catalogued as Uncommon printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.92 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.92; Normal: $0.82).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.92 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Starmie worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.92 for ungraded Starmie from HeartGold & SoulSilver. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Starmie from?
Starmie is listed in HeartGold & SoulSilver (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #53. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Starmie?
Our catalog lists Starmie as Uncommon in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Starmie good for collectors or players?
Starmie includes gameplay stats in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Starmie?
Finish variants of Starmie carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.92; Normal: $0.82 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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