Piplup
Shiny Collection · 006 · Uncommon
Current Prices
Set
Shiny CollectionNumber
006
Rarity
Uncommon
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
35
Last Updated
Mar 18, 2026
About Piplup
Piplup is an Uncommon card with moderate availability among collectors, numbered 006 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Piplup Price Analysis
The current market price for Piplup from Shiny Collection is $11.82 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $9.00 to a high of $18.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $299.00 — approximately 25.3x the ungraded market price. Over the past 30 days, Piplup has increased in value by +30.3%, indicating growing demand among collectors. Trading activity for this specific card is limited, so prices may fluctuate more between individual sales.
Grading Piplup
Professional grading is available for Piplup and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PSA 10, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $19.99 | $9.00 | $18.00 | 25 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $299.00 | $299.00 | $299.00 | 6 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $125.00 | $130.00 | $130.00 | 4 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $11.82 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Piplup a Good Investment?
Uncommon cards like Piplup typically hold steady value as part of complete set collections rather than as standalone investment pieces. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. Lower trading volume means fewer copies change hands, which can make timing important when buying or selling. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
