ThePokemon TCGis known for releasingexclusive sets of promo cards,notably the POP Series, which includes nine separate collections totaling around 20 cards each. This series of small sets was released via mini-packs, which only included two random cards per pack, with no guarantees of receiving a holo.
Due to their limited releases and the incredible difficulty you’d have collecting every card via packs, these sets are regarded as some of the most desirable in the Pokemon TCG for those who enjoy the thrill of the pull. However, a select group of cards stand out as the most valuable POP Series cards thanks to their unique artwork and impressive rarity.
Cards are ordered according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,which is the average price you might pay for a copy of the cards below.
Given the age and rarity of some cards,onlythose with anestablished market price on TCGplayerare included.
Certain cards, like theEspeon StarandUmbreon Starfrom POP Series 5,do not currently have available market prices on TCGplayerand thus cannot be included. However, these cards would be at the top of the list if accurate data was available.
7Ho-Oh ex: POP Series 3 (Holo) – $57.99
A Popular Choice
Ho-Oh is one of the most gorgeous legendary Pokemon ever designed, so its appearance among the best POP Series cards is well-deserved. WhileHo-Oh’s most expensive cardssoar high above this rare POP Series insert, this card still carves out an impressive place among its direct peers.
you may snag a damaged copy of this card for below $20, with heavily played(HP)copies fetching a similar price. Moderately played(MP)cards range from $20 to $33, followed by lightly played(LP)copies that hover above the $40 mark. If you only collect near-mint(NM)cards, then expect to shell out the full market price.
6Blastoise: POP Series 3 (Rare) – $77.00
A Fierce Blastoise Gem
Blastoise frequently finds itself playing second fiddle to Charizard, and unfortunately, this Pokemon is often underappreciated among the best starters in the Pokemon TCG. However, this Blastoise artwork is gorgeous, depicting the Pokemon in a fierce battle pose.
Damaged copies go for roughly $25, while HP copies jump up to the $45 range, followed closely by MP cards that average around $60. LP cards can surge as high as $150 for holo copies, though, due to the rarity of that version, it doesn’t have a distinct market price on TCGplayer.
5Pokemon Fan Club: POP Series 4 (Uncommon) – $94.97
So Meta
POP Series 4’s Pokemon Fan Club pays homage to the group of the same name that appears in the series with sporadic cameos.This card tells a simple and relatable story,as several Pokemon fans gather and contemplate their favorite Pokemon.
However, while taking a picture of you and your friends gathering to talk about Pokemon might be hard to sell, this card’s wonderful scenefetches around $90 in NM condition,though you’re able to find impressive discounts if you opt for HP, which drops to the $35 range.
4Mew: POP Series 5 (Rare) – $139.97
Adorable As Ever
Mew is one of the most sought-after Pokemon in the TCG, making it easy to understand why this sweet scene finds a place amongMew’s most valuable cards.The Delta Species suffix adds the cherry on top, as this card stands out thanks to its rarity, gorgeous visual appeal, and the aforementioned naming convention.
While it’s extremely difficult to find NM copies of this card, you can expect to pay around the market price for the best LP copies available. Though more NM sales will send this card’s value soaring, it takes time for TCGplayer to accumulate adequate data.
3Sceptile: POP Series 4 (Rare) – $143.66
To Greener Pastures
Sceptile is one of the most dangerous-looking Pokemon in the POP series, with this artwork featuring an even more ferocious battle pose than Blastoise’s version. Sceptile can be seen skulking around in the forest as it stalks its out-of-frame prey.
Even more terrifying than its appearance is Sceptile’s price, as this Grass-type starter can command about $150 for copies in NM condition, setting a high standard for starters in the POP Series. LP cards can be found at a nice discount from the market price, falling to about $100.
2Deoxys ex: POP Series 4 (Ultra Rare) – $168.26
Striking Speed Forme Art
Sceptile and Deoxys set quite a different tone than Mew’s adorable scene, with this mythical Pokemon’s depiction striking fear into your heart like a bolt of lightning. This incredibly rare POP Series gem finds a home among the best cards across all nine editions and even sits amongthe most expensive Deoxys cards ever.
Despite boasting a market price, this Deoxys is so rare that there aren’t any sales from 2024 to look back on, with listings posted at over double the market price. However, sales will help to clarify what this card’s value is.
1Chimecho: POP Series 4 (Delta Species) – $362.99
An Unexpected Keeper
Chimecho might be the biggest surprise among the most valuable POP Series cards in the Pokemon TCG. While there’s no denying that this card’s visual appeal is high, it’s hard to determine exactly where its market price might settle without more sales data. Even so, with listings ranging from $295 to $475, the future for this card seems secure.
While Chimecho claims the top spot, it’s only based on technicality,as the Umbreon Star and Espeon Star are easily the two most valuable POP Series cards you can purchase. However, without further data on those two cards, Chimecho will keep the throne warm until the rightful owners come to take it back.
