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Swablu
Pokemon Platinum•#SH5
Platinum•2009
$77.06Market Price
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Swablu Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Set Lore
Swablu SH5 is one of the Platinum set’s secret shiny cards, a special subset listed separately from the main numbering that gave late Diamond & Pearl-era packs some of their most memorable chase appeal.
Card History
This card stands out from ordinary Swablu prints because it depicts Shiny Swablu’s golden body, matching the franchise’s alternate-color version rather than the standard blue Pokémon.
In-Game
Swablu was part of the Generation IV era this card came from, appearing in Pokémon Platinum and evolving into Altaria at level 35, which helps tie SH5 directly to Sinnoh-era nostalgia.
Artist
Collectors often prize this card for its illustrator too, because Kagemaru Himeno is one of the Pokémon TCG’s longest-running signature artists and has been contributing card art since the Jungle expansion.
Cultural Impact
Swablu’s Pokédex lore says it likes to perch on people’s heads like a fluffy hat, which gives this shiny secret rare extra charm beyond its rarity alone.
Card Reference
About Swablu
Swablu is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Platinum set, card number SH5. This card has a Holo Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Platinum era, and was released in 2009. The current market price is $77.06, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
Card details
- Set
- Pokemon Platinum
- Card Number
- #SH5
- Rarity
- Holo Rare
- Release Year
- 2009
- Language
- English
- Era
- Platinum
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Swablu?
The current market price of Swablu is $77.06. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Swablu from?
Swablu is from the Pokemon Platinum set, card number SH5, released in 2009.
Is Swablu worth grading?
Whether Swablu is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Swablu?
You can buy or sell Swablu on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.