| Set | Wizards Black Star Promos |
| Card number | 48 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 80 |
| Artist | Atsuko Nishida |
| Released | Jul 1999 |
Articuno #48 Value (Wizards Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Among the legendary birds represented in early promotional releases, Articuno number 48 offers an Atsuko Nishida illustration and a defined place in the Black Star Promo checklist. It ranks comfortably within the stronger value tier of the series without reaching the very top. Recent pricing has been comparatively stable, and raw copies occupy a moderate band.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $79.56 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €49.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €110.58 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €68.67 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 34 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $367.16 |
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Why Articuno #48 is priced where it is
Articuno #48 is a Promo Pokémon card from Wizards Black Star Promos, the Base era (1999). It ranks as number 22 by price out of 53 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.6x raw, roughly $287.60 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($78.58 to $79.56). The illustration is by Atsuko Nishida.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGS | 9 | $84.50 | 5 |
| CGC | 10 | $112.10 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $80.73 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $89.71 | 3 |
| PSA | 10 | $367.16 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $115.00 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $68.78 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $49.92 | 2 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Articuno price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €49.00 | $79.56 |
| Oct 2026 | €48.80 | $79.03 |
| Sep 2026 | €48.22 | $78.49 |
| Aug 2026 | €48.68 | $74.58 |
| Jul 2026 | €48.36 | $57.78 |
| Jun 2026 | €38.62 | $57.78 |
| May 2026 | €28.33 | $57.78 |
| Apr 2026 | €30.41 | $57.78 |
| Mar 2026 | €30.00 | $53.91 |
| Feb 2026 | €30.00 | $47.60 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Articuno #48 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $79.56, a PSA 10 sells for around $367.16 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €49.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Articuno #48 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Articuno #48 sells for about $367.16 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $79.56 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Articuno #48 rare?
Articuno #48 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 22 by price among the 53 cards in Wizards Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Articuno #48 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $79.56.
Is Articuno #48 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.6x raw ($287.60 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Articuno I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (48) 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.
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