Platinum Master Set: 257 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2009
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Platinum chase cards & key targets
Dialga G LVX leads Platinum at $231.28, with Vulpix Shiny ($163.37) and Giratina LVX ($162.62) behind it. The top three alone are 14% of the estimated master-set cost — plan these purchases first and the rest of the set follows on a normal budget.
| Rank | Card | Number | Rarity | Variant | Market Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Dialga G LVX | 122/127 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $231.28 |
| #2 |  Vulpix Shiny | SH6 | Shiny Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $163.37 |
| #3 |  Giratina LVX | 124/127 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $162.62 |
| #4 |  Psyduck | 87/127 | Common | Reverse Holo | $149.99 |
| #5 |  Giratina 10 | 10/127 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $129.90 |
| #6 |  Lotad Shiny | SH4 | Shiny Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $118.24 |
| #7 |  Shaymin LvX Land Forme | 126/127 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $99.99 |
| #8 |  Palkia G LvX | 125/127 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $86.25 |
| #9 |  Swablu Shiny | SH5 | Shiny Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $80.42 |
| #10 |  Shaymin LvX Sky Forme | 127/127 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $78.33 |
Acquisition Strategy
- • Monitor price trends - chase cards often fluctuate based on tournament results and influencer coverage
- • Consider condition flexibility - a LP/MP copy can save 30-50% on vintage cards
- • Check multiple marketplaces - prices vary significantly between TCGPlayer, eBay, and local stores
- • Buy during market dips - major releases and reprints often cause temporary price drops
What's in the Platinum master set
The Platinum master set is 257 cards: 127 base + 124 reverse holos + 6 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 127/127.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Uncommon | 42 | 33% |
| Common | 39 | 31% |
| Rare | 23 | 18% |
| Holo Rare | 17 | 13% |
| Ultra Rare | 6 | 5% |
| Secret Rare | 3 | 2% |
| Shiny Holo Rare | 3 | 2% |
Price distribution
How card values spread across the set. Most cards are bulk under a dollar; a few chase cards hold most of the value.
Artist spotlight
The illustrators behind the most cards in this set, with their standout artwork. Tap a card for details.
Mitsuhiro Arita
18 cards in this set
Kouki Saitou
17 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
15 cards in this set
Ryo Ueda
10 cards in this set
Masakazu Fukuda
7 cards in this set
Makoto Imai
6 cards in this set
Platinum master set buying guide
Where to buy Platinum, which sealed product is worth the money, and when to pull the trigger.
Packs or singles?
Pack opening offers good value for this set
All Platinum sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum Booster Pack | $389.74 | Shop → |
| Fall 2009 Collector's Tin [Garchomp LV.X] | — | Shop → |
| Fall 2009 Collector's Tin [Rayquaza LV.X] | — | Shop → |
| Platinum Booster Box | — | Shop → |
| Platinum Theme Deck - "Flourish" | — | Shop → |
| Platinum Theme Deck - "Rebellion" | — | Shop → |
| Spring 2009 Collector's Tin [Dialga LV.X] | — | Shop → |
| Spring 2009 Collector's Tin [Shaymin LV.X] | — | Shop → |
When to buy
Singles panic-priced. Sealed carries 30–50% premium. Wait if you can.
Best window for singles. Chase cards find their floor.
Bulk dips 15–20% on reprint news. Chase cards stay steady.
Sealed and top chase cards begin appreciation cycle.
Collecting strategy
Most cards in this set are worth around $8.21 as singles. Opening packs is the fun way to build your base of commons and uncommons with a chance at lucky pulls — but chase cards are statistically unlikely from sealed product. For most master set collectors, the smart approach is packs for bulk, singles for the rest.
Mix of singles and strategic pack opening
Storage & protection
Protect your 257-card Platinum master set with archival binders, perfect-fit sleeves, and top loaders for the chase cards. Plan on $150–250 for complete coverage.
Premium binders
Dragon Shield Codex · $30–50
Archival pages, side-loading pockets, acid-free. For 257 cards, plan on 15 double-sided 9-pocket pages.
Perfect-fit sleeves
Every card · $30–50 total
Prevent micro-scratches from sliding cards in and out of binder pockets. You'll need roughly 3 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
Platinum card list
Every card in the Platinum master set. Search, filter by rarity or price, and mark off what you own as you go. Tap any card for prices and variants.
Track your collection. Mark cards owned or wanted, add condition & notes, and watch your master set progress.
| Card | Price | Collection |
|---|---|---|
Ampharos1/127 · Holo Rare | $34.07 | Holo RH |
Blastoise2/127 · Holo Rare | $69.66 | Holo RH |
Blaziken3/127 · Holo Rare | $25.46 | Holo RH |
Delcatty4/127 · Holo Rare | $11.52 | Holo RH |
Dialga 55/127 · Holo Rare | $23.71 | Holo RH |
Dialga 66/127 · Holo Rare | $24.92 | Holo RH |
Dialga G7/127 · Holo Rare | $20.90 | Holo RH |
Gardevoir8/127 · Holo Rare | $49.68 | Holo RH |
Giratina 99/127 · Holo Rare | $47.38 | Holo RH |
Giratina 1010/127 · Holo Rare | $134.90 | Holo RH |
Manectric11/127 · Holo Rare | $5.03 | Holo RH |
Palkia G12/127 · Holo Rare | $32.61 | Holo RH |
Rampardos13/127 · Holo Rare | $29.61 | Holo RH |
Shaymin 1414/127 · Holo Rare | $35.00 | Holo RH |
Shaymin 1515/127 · Holo Rare | $15.95 | Holo RH |
Slaking16/127 · Holo Rare | $4.84 | Holo RH |
Weavile G17/127 · Holo Rare | $15.84 | Holo RH |
Altaria18/127 · Rare | $5.61 | N RH |
Banette19/127 · Rare | $13.83 | N RH |
Bastiodon20/127 · Rare | $1.50 | N RH |
Beautifly21/127 · Rare | $1.11 | N RH |
Blissey22/127 · Rare | $5.04 | N RH |
Dialga 2323/127 · Rare | $3.04 | N RH |
Dugtrio24/127 · Rare | $0.78 | N RH |
Dustox25/127 · Rare | $2.74 | N RH |
Empoleon26/127 · Rare | $3.14 | N RH |
Giratina 2727/127 · Rare | $12.24 | N RH |
Giratina 2828/127 · Rare | $18.71 | N RH |
Golduck29/127 · Rare | $1.56 | N RH |
Gyarados G30/127 · Rare | $12.84 | N RH |
Infernape31/127 · Rare | $4.45 | N RH |
Kricketune32/127 · Rare | $1.30 | N RH |
Lickilicky33/127 · Rare | $1.88 | N RH |
Ludicolo34/127 · Rare | $2.12 | N RH |
Luvdisc35/127 · Rare | $1.41 | N RH |
Ninetales36/127 · Rare | $7.41 | N RH |
Palkia37/127 · Rare | $5.20 | N RH |
Shaymin 3838/127 · Rare | $7.63 | N RH |
Torterra39/127 · Rare | $3.00 | N RH |
Toxicroak G40/127 · Rare | $1.49 | N RH |
Bronzong G41/127 · Uncommon | $0.77 | N RH |
Cacturne42/127 · Uncommon | $0.79 | N RH |
Carnivine 4343/127 · Uncommon | $0.59 | N RH |
Cascoon44/127 · Uncommon | $0.92 | N RH |
Combusken45/127 · Uncommon | $0.54 | N RH |
Cranidos46/127 · Uncommon | $1.55 | N RH |
Crobat G47/127 · Uncommon | $4.01 | N RH |
Flaaffy48/127 · Uncommon | $1.50 | N RH |
Grotle49/127 · Uncommon | $0.68 | N RH |
Houndoom G50/127 · Uncommon | $2.58 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Platinum master set?▾
The Platinum master set is 257 cards: 127 base cards, 124 reverse holofoils, and 6 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 133 unique cards, numbered 001/127 through the secret rares. Track all 257 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Platinum?▾
The top chase card in Platinum is Dialga G LVX (Ultra Rare) at $231.28. Other high-value cards include Vulpix Shiny ($163.37) and Giratina LVX ($162.62). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Platinum master set cost?▾
A complete Platinum master set is estimated at $3,979 based on current TCGPlayer market prices. Budget collectors can start with the base set for significantly less, while premium completionists targeting graded copies should expect higher costs.
See also: Master set budgeting guide, Binder layout planner
What is the complete Platinum master set card list?▾
The Platinum set contains 127 base cards across 7 rarity tiers plus 6 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Platinum binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Platinum in a binder?▾
For 257 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 15 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 11 pages. Use Cardrake's visual binder planner to preview exactly how your cards will be laid out before you start sleeving.
See also: Binder layout planner, Binder organization guide
Is there a Platinum master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Platinum with all 133 cards. You can track owned and missing cards, view your completion percentage, and plan your binder layout. Sign up for the Collector plan to save your progress.
See also: Binder layout planner
Is Platinum worth collecting as a master set?▾
Platinum has 133 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $3,979. It is a mid-sized master set that offers a solid collecting challenge. With 62 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner