Pokemon card values › Base Set › Clefairy #BS 5

Set	Base Set
Card number	BS 5
Rarity	Rare Holo
Artist	Ken Sugimori
Released	Jan 1999

Clefairy #BS 5 Value (Base Set)

$40.90 raw near mint

Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Oct 5, 2026.

How much is Clefairy #BS 5 worth? As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $40.90, the Cardmarket low is €36.36. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Clefairy is one of the Rare Holo cards from the original 1999 Base Set, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Positioned just past the midpoint in terms of rarity and set value among 307 cards, this holo features classic Pokémon art with nostalgic appeal for early collectors.

Current prices

Source	Price
TCGplayer market price (USD)	$0.00
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)	€36.36
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)	€26.14
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)	€25.99
Cardmarket listings available	710

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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.

What sets the price of Clefairy #BS 5

Clefairy #BS 5 is a Rare Holo card from Base Set, the Base era (1999). It ranks as number 86 by price out of 307 cards in the set. The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.

Is it worth grading? Grading can add some premium even at a low raw price point, especially for a Base Set holo due to condition sensitivities around surface scratches and edge wear common in vintage cards.

Clefairy price history

Jul 10, 2026Low $0.00 · High $47.81Oct 5, 2026

Month	Avg Cardmarket low	Avg TCGplayer market
Oct 2026	€36.24	$0.00
Sep 2026	€41.08	$0.00
Aug 2026	€42.14	$0.00
Jul 2026	€42.50	-

Ken Sugimori's artwork is iconic here, capturing the character in the style foundational to the game’s history. This card is a modestly ranked holo that fits well for those completing vintage holo collections or appreciating early Pokémon artistry.

Frequently asked questions

What is Clefairy #BS 5 worth on Oct 5, 2026?

As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $40.90, the Cardmarket low is €36.36. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Clefairy #BS 5 rare?

Clefairy #BS 5 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 86 by price among the 307 cards in Base Set. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

How do I check which printing of Clefairy I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (BS 5) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.