ThePokemon TCGoffers numerous cards to collect, so if you’re a promo card aficionado, then look no further than the best Nintendo Black Star Promos. Whilethe most valuable promo cards in the TCGare always fluctuating according to new releases and shifts in demand, these Nintendo Promos stand out as some of themost iconic vintage cards ever.
If you’re a fan of early Pokemon regions like Hoenn and Kanto, then the most valuable Nintendo Promos have a glorious assortment of Pokemon for you. From unusual prerelease promos to tin-exclusive inclusions, these Nintendo Black Star Promos will capture your attention with their rarity and unique designs.
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7Dark Houndoom 37/109: Team Rocket Returns Prerelease (Promo) – $110.95
Setting The Tone
Houndoom’s Team Rocket Returns prerelease promo kicks things off with a great look at this Dark-type Pokemon enjoying an evening gazing at the moon from its perch. As the stamp indicates, this card debuted as a prerelease promo card to advertise the debut ofTeam Rocket Returns, which contains some of the most valuable vintage cards ever.
While you’re able to find plenty of expensive cards within the set, this unique Nintendo Black Star Promo set the scene for an impressive career for Team Rocket Returns. Near-mint(NM)copies are difficult to come by, so expect to pay around $100 if you’re looking for one in excellent condition.
6Zapdos ex 33: EX Collector’s Tins (Promo) – $111.64
The Legendary Bird Trio Rises
Zapdos is no stranger to impressive vintage cards, assome of this Pokemon’s most valuable cardshail from older sets. While Zapdos is a powerful Pokemon in its own right, this Nintendo Black Star Promo doesn’t fly solo, as there are two other versions featuring Articuno and Moltres to collect alongside this valuable card.
However, if you’re confused about where to find these cards, they are only available as special promo inserts in the EX Collector’s Tins, which were released in late 2005 or early 2006 in some locations. Each tin has a clear window that displays which of the three Pokemon promos is included.
5Articuno ex 32: EX Collector’s Tins (Promo) – $129.49
Stay Cool
Articuno is next up on the list of valuable Nintendo Black Star Promos, as this Legendary Pokemon joins Zapdos as another card featured in the special EX Collector’s Tins. Aside from the coveted promos, you’ll also receive an assortment of booster packs from EX Team Rocket Returns to EX Legend Maker within each tin, cementing their impressive value.
Even if you examinethe most expensive Articuno cards in the Pokemon TCG,you’ll struggle to find another card with artwork quite like this one. Articuno’s glowing red eyes and fierce expression are unusual and give this Pokemon an intimidating aura.
4Moltres ex 31: EX Collector’s Tins (Promo) – $149.99
Bringing The Heat
Moltres leads the way for the three Legendary Birds, as this Fire-type Pokemon sits atop the pinnacle of Nintendo Black Star Promos from the EX Collector’s Tins.
With Moltres returning to the spotlight in Destined Rivals, expect to seesome of the most valuable Moltres cardsbegin to rise in price.
As Moltres returns to the spotlight, this stunning promo card is likely to be thrust back into the discussion about the most visually stunning Moltres cards ever made. Even with the stiff competition from this Pokemon’s impressive roster of cards, expect this Moltres card to stand out as one of the most appealing.
3Torchic 006: POP Tournament (Promo) – $215.00
There’s Something About Fire Chickens
From one fiery chicken Pokemon to another, we turn our attention from the Moltres ex from the EX Collector’s tins to the POP Tournament Torchic card and its gloriously simple artwork.
These Pop Tournament Promos could be earned at select European and US POP Tournament events from February to July 2004.
Although Torchic is frequently regarded as the most popular Hoenn starter, it plays second fiddle to one of its peers when it comes to these exclusive POP Tournament cards, with the top entry still to come.
2Snorlax 33/95: Call Of Legends Prerelease (Staff Promo) – $402.63
No Time To Relax
Snorlax is one of the most beloved Pokemon from Kanto, and this prerelease Staff Promo from Call Of Legends adds an unusual but dynamic portrayal of this Pokemon to the pile of incredible Nintendo Promos.
Snorlax charges up a powerful Shadow Ball attack while lying under a tree, to boast one of the most captivating depictions of this Pokemon in the TCG.
While you originally had to be a staff member at official Call Of Legends prerelease events to get this card, now it can be yours if you’re willing to cough up about $400 to get a clean copy.
1Treecko 007: POP Tournament (Promo) – $417.30
Blossoming And Flourishing
Treecko takes the crown as the most valuable Hoenn starter and the overall most expensive Nintendo Black Star Promo in the Pokemon TCG. This Treecko takes a page out of Torchic’s book, as both first-stage starters stand in front of simple backgrounds that match their main color palettes.
This card also shares the same POP logo in the bottom right as the Torchic, marking them as exclusive promos.
Snorlax put up a valiant effort, but nobody can outshine Treecko, as this stunning card comes with a price tag exceeding $400 to make it the most valuable Nintendo Promo ever.
