Unown [J]

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◇ Psychic

Unown [J] - Wizards Black Star Promos (#38)

Pokémon Basic Promo HP 40
TCGplayer market reference
$25.26
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Number
38
Illustrator
Hideki Kazama
Energy
Psychic
Their shapes look like hieroglyphs on ancient tablets. It is said that the two are somehow related.
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Unown [J] - Wizards Black Star Promos

Unown [J] is a Promo Pokémon card from the Wizards Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 1999, illustrated by Hideki Kazama. It sits at card number 38 in the Wizards Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Psychic-type Pokémon with 40 HP and the Basic 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 normal is $25.26. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.

Unown [J] has been printed 2 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#38 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.

Catchinary Index Value

CIV 43Average

Strong era strength. Weak icon status.

Market Heat 38

30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.

Icon Status 30

Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.

Era Strength 95

Release-window weight.

Score blends market heat, grading upside, icon status, era strength. How CIV works →

Price references USD

Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.

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$25.26 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.

Where to buy on eBay 22 active listings · updated 8372m ago

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Market price history

Latest
$25.26
Low
$8.00
Feb 2021
High
$52.13
Apr 2026
Avg
$23.13
Days tracked
240
data points
Change
+215.8%
since first tracked
Tracked since Feb 1, 2021 · 240 data points

Sale History 63 sales · since 2021-02-01

Raw high $52.13
Date Grade Price Lot
RAW $52.13
RAW $46.00
RAW $45.00
RAW $45.00
RAW $42.99
RAW $42.27
RAW $41.00
RAW $40.00
RAW $37.48
RAW $31.00
RAW $35.28
RAW $25.05
RAW $26.84
RAW $19.27
RAW $17.72
? Card FAQ

Unown [J] FAQ

Pricing and details from this card's stored record.

How much is Unown [J] from Wizards Black Star Promos worth?

The stored TCGplayer market reference for normal is $25.26. Card record updated 2026-10-31. 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 Unown [J]?

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). Unown [J] has been printed 2 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.

Who illustrated Unown [J]?

Hideki Kazama illustrated this card. See Hideki Kazama'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 Unown [J] released?

The Wizards Black Star Promos set released in 1999, so this card (#38 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.

Where can I buy Unown [J]?

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 Unown [J] 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.