| Set | Wizards Black Star Promos |
| Card number | 42 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| Type | Trainer |
| HP | 0 |
| Artist | Keiji Kinebuchi |
| Released | Jul 1999 |
Pokémon Tower #42 Value (Wizards Black Star Promos)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Pokémon Tower appears as a Trainer promo in the 1999 Wizards Black Star Base set, illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. This card ranks somewhat lower in price but remains a notable Trainer inclusion among Pokémon promos.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $11.19 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €12.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €15.00 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €15.00 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 49 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $64.78 |
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Why Pokémon Tower #42 is priced where it is
Pokémon Tower #42 is a Promo Trainer card from Wizards Black Star Promos, the Base era (1999). It ranks as number 48 by price out of 53 cards in the set. A PSA 10 adds about $53.59 over raw (5.8x), so grading only pays off for copies that look flawless. Over the last 30 days the price fell -8.7%, from $12.26 to $11.19. The illustration is by Keiji Kinebuchi.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 10 | $44.67 | 3 |
| CGC | 9 | $11.22 | 4 |
| PSA | 10 | $64.78 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $29.99 | 3 |
| PSA | 8 | $22.65 | 4 |
| PSA | 7 | $27.50 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Pokémon Tower price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €12.00 | $11.19 |
| Oct 2026 | €12.90 | $11.48 |
| Sep 2026 | €13.97 | $12.63 |
| Aug 2026 | €14.82 | $12.51 |
| Jul 2026 | €14.40 | $11.75 |
| Jun 2026 | €13.18 | $9.33 |
| May 2026 | €12.63 | $9.33 |
| Apr 2026 | €9.25 | $9.33 |
| Mar 2026 | €9.21 | $9.30 |
| Feb 2026 | €8.67 | $9.29 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Pokémon Tower #42 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $11.19, a PSA 10 sells for around $64.78 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €12.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Pokémon Tower #42 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Pokémon Tower #42 sells for about $64.78 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $11.19 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Pokémon Tower #42 rare?
Pokémon Tower #42 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 48 by price among the 53 cards in Wizards Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Pokémon Tower #42 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -8.7% to about $11.19. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Pokémon Tower #42 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $53.59 over raw (5.8x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Pokémon Tower I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (42) 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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