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Dark Persian - Wizards Black Star Promos (#17)
- Number
- 17
- Illustrator
- Ken Sugimori
- Energy
- Colorless
Popular with women because of its beautiful fur. The leader of the Rockets keeps one as a pet.
Dark Persian - Wizards Black Star Promos
Dark Persian is a Promo Pokémon card from the Wizards Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 1999, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It sits at card number 17 in the Wizards Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Colorless-type Pokémon with 60 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.
In collector terms, this is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $129.44. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Dark Persian has been printed 3 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#17 in Wizards Black Star Promos) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 71Strong
Strong market heat, era strength. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-30. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay 12 active listings · updated just now
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Market price history
Sale History 64 sales · since 2021-01-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
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| RAW | $75.13 | ||
| RAW | $68.13 | ||
| RAW | $70.45 | ||
| RAW | $55.01 | ||
| RAW | $60.00 | ||
| RAW | $45.00 | ||
| RAW | $54.72 | ||
| RAW | $43.00 | ||
| RAW | $42.89 | ||
| RAW | $49.26 | ||
| RAW | $45.19 | ||
| RAW | $46.76 | ||
| RAW | $42.31 | ||
| RAW | $36.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.00 | ||
| RAW | $28.49 | ||
| RAW | $27.87 | ||
| RAW | $30.00 | ||
| RAW | $22.60 | ||
| RAW | $29.58 | ||
| RAW | $26.64 | ||
| RAW | $24.99 | ||
| RAW | $21.58 | ||
| RAW | $24.75 | ||
| RAW | $28.95 | ||
| RAW | $32.77 | ||
| RAW | $28.08 | ||
| RAW | $26.67 | ||
| RAW | $21.64 | ||
| RAW | $27.53 | ||
| RAW | $20.25 | ||
| RAW | $20.11 | ||
| RAW | $20.49 | ||
| RAW | $20.10 | ||
| RAW | $18.95 | ||
| RAW | $18.75 | ||
| RAW | $19.89 | ||
| RAW | $20.00 | ||
| RAW | $20.00 | ||
| RAW | $19.50 | ||
| RAW | $25.16 | ||
| RAW | $26.82 | ||
| RAW | $19.12 | ||
| RAW | $20.25 | ||
| RAW | $17.97 | ||
| RAW | $19.25 | ||
| RAW | $17.42 | ||
| RAW | $20.52 | ||
| RAW | $20.57 | ||
| RAW | $22.11 | ||
| RAW | $18.50 | ||
| RAW | $18.38 | ||
| RAW | $15.34 | ||
| RAW | $21.00 | ||
| RAW | $26.54 | ||
| RAW | $22.50 | ||
| RAW | $23.04 | ||
| RAW | $26.17 | ||
| RAW | $22.82 | ||
| RAW | $27.90 | ||
| RAW | $26.06 | ||
| RAW | $22.63 | ||
| RAW | $21.25 | ||
| RAW | $19.33 |
Other printings of Dark Persian
Dark Persian FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Dark Persian from Wizards Black Star Promos worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $129.44. Card record updated 2026-10-30. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Dark Persian?
This printing is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs (the card is labeled "Promo" on the checklist). Dark Persian has been printed 3 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Dark Persian?
Ken Sugimori illustrated this card. See Ken Sugimori's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Dark Persian released?
The Wizards Black Star Promos set released in 1999, so this card (#17 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Dark Persian?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Dark Persian legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.