Pokemon card values › Platinum › Piplup #85

Set	Platinum
Card number	85
Rarity	Common
Type	Pokémon
HP	60
Artist	Mitsuhiro Arita
Released	Feb 2009

Piplup #85 Value (Platinum)

$32.90 raw near mint

Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.

How much is Piplup #85 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $32.90, the Cardmarket low is €2.90. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Piplup is among the more valuable common cards in the 2009 Platinum set, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Its place in the series marks it as the classic Generation IV starter, often sought after due to its popularity.

Current prices

Source	Price
TCGplayer market price (USD)	$32.90
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)	€2.90
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)	€0.54
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)	€0.54
Cardmarket listings available	257

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What sets the price of Piplup #85

Piplup #85 is a Common Pokémon card from Platinum, the Platinum era (2009). It ranks as number 41 by price out of 133 cards in the set. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($32.90 to $32.90). The illustration is by Mitsuhiro Arita.

Is it worth grading? Grading may justify costs here, as the card commands a higher raw price tier. Condition factors to watch include gloss integrity and edge whitening, both typical for cards from this era.

Piplup price history

Jun 5, 2026Low $1.87 · High $32.90Nov 2, 2026

Month	Avg Cardmarket low	Avg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026	€2.90	$32.90
Oct 2026	€2.77	$32.90
Sep 2026	€2.74	$24.28
Aug 2026	€2.82	$19.29
Jul 2026	€2.83	$13.32
Jun 2026	€2.48	$1.87

Mitsuhiro Arita’s work is highly regarded, particularly for starter Pokémon, making this card appealing to collectors focused on artwork or iconic characters. Piplup’s continued appeal spans casual collectors and competitive players alike.

Frequently asked questions

What is Piplup #85 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $32.90, the Cardmarket low is €2.90. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Piplup #85 rare?

Piplup #85 is printed at Common rarity and ranks number 41 by price among the 133 cards in Platinum. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Piplup #85 going up in value?

Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $32.90.

How do I check which printing of Piplup I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (85) 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.