Legendary Pokemon bring the heat with some of the best designs and most valuable cards in thePokemon TCG, with Dragon-type choices like Latias boasting a strong following. Latias offers a balanced blend of beautiful cards to chase in some ofthe best Pokemon TCG vintage setsalongside some top-tier modern sets.
While Latias' most valuable card is shared with its twin Dragon-type legendary, Latios, this red and white Pokemon flies solo on some iconic cards. Latias paves an impressive path forward fornewer Dragon-type Pokemon like Noivern,whose TCG career is still young. Vintage classics combine with modern marvels to complete Latias' roster of valuable cards.
Cards are ordered according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,which is the average price you might pay for a copy of the cards below.
Given the age and rarity of certain cards,onlythose with anestablished market price on TCGplayerare included.
Sale prices differ depending on the card’s condition,so this market price is just a rough idea of the card’s value.
7Alto Mare’s Latias: JP 10th Movie Commemoration Set (Promo) – $49.99
A Japanese Exclusive
This Japanese-exclusive promo card is from the 10th Movie Commemoration Set. This special roster of cards pays homage to thelegendary Pokemon featured throughout the movies leading up to The Rise of Darkraibut was only released in Japan, so you cannot find any alternative version.
Alto Mareis the city Latias helped to save from evil.
Given its age and exclusivity, this card won’t be easy to find if you’re looking for one in near-mint(NM)condition, as theonly recent sale sits at $49.99.However, you can find plenty of listings in less-than-ideal shape, with moderately played (MP) cards selling for about $20.
6Latias EX: Plasma Freeze (Full Art) – $61.75
The Essence Of Latias
While it may not be the most valuable Latias card, this Latias EX from Plasma Freeze perfectly captures Latias' personality, encapsulating its cuteness and strength as it looks up while flying briskly through the sky.
Theshades of pink and redin the background provide the perfect canvas for Latias.
As one ofthe most valuable sets from the Black & White era,Plasma Freeze sets a high standard, though the price of this card drops much lower than usual in MP condition, settling at about $33. The best lightly played(LP)copies command as much as $49, whileNM jumps to almost $70.
5Latias EX: Dragon Frontiers (Delta Species) – $68.20
Melting Through The Ice
This Latias ex gives this typically timid and serene Pokemon one of the fiercest possible backgrounds, as Latias leaves a trail of fire in its wake in this gorgeous Dragon Frontiers card. Still, despite the fiery scene,Latias' signature soft and sweet demeanor shines through.
If you’re on a tight budget, there’s good news waiting if you’re okay with damaged cards, as you can pick up a copy for under $20 in most cases. HP cards jump up to $34, but MP is only a little bit more at about $39. Lastly, LP copies can reach the $55 plateau,with an NM sale at $68,though a more recent one is needed to confirm the value.
4Latias & Latios GX: Team Up (Secret Rare) – $79.95
Team Up’s Other Gem
While this stunning Rainbow Secret Rare can’t crack intothe most valuable cards in Team Up,it’s more of a testament to the strength of that set than anything, as this card could serve as one of the top chase cards in most sets. This pairing puts the rainbow recolor to good use, as their simple color palettes shine through if you tilt the card right.
Considering Team Up’s meteoric rise, it’s no surprise to see this card’s value trending upward over time, as it left behind itsformer high of $60 to ascend to new heights.The market price is a conservative estimate, as NM copies command as much as $150, while you’re able to find LP cards selling for about $70.
3Latias EX: Dragon (Ultra Rare) – $115.65
The Flying Focal Point
As one ofthe most expensive sets in the EX era,Dragon is home to an incredible collection of Pokemon that matches the set’s titular theme. This simple yet beautiful background is the perfect setting for this Dragon and Psychic-type Pokemon, as the dark colors in the backdrophighlight Latias' bright red and white coat.
This is another Latias card where the condition will play a major factor, as HP copies are affordable at $26, but MP jumps into the $57 range, followed by LP copies soaring as high as $94. NM copies are very rare, so expect to pay around $115 or more if you’re looking for one to grade.
2Latias Star: Deoxys (Ultra Rare) – $274.95
A Sky-High Solo Star
Gold Star cards are some of the most valuable versions you’re able to find, as this vintage subset is one of the most desirable to collect. However, with high demand and low supply, these cards soar in price to astronomical values, with thisLatias providing the perfect example of how popular Gold Stars are.
There are norecent sales of this cardin anything other thandamagedcondition, as anyone with a copy tends to send it in to be graded to preserve it.
With twodamaged sales hovering between $274 and $298,the sky is the limit for this card in NM condition. However, withlisted LP copies as high as $999,it’s hard to say what the next sale may do to this card’s market price.
1Latias & Latios GX: Team Up (Alternate Full Art) – $862.90
A Dynamic Dragon Duo
It’s no surprise to seethe most valuable card from the Sun & Moon eratopping another list as the most valuable Latias card. This iconic artwork has become one of the most recognizable modern Pokemon cards, alongsidethe legendary Umbreon Vmax from Evolving Skies.
This card’s price range moves steadily between $700 and $900, with it hitting new highs in recent times, as its current value breaks new ground for this card. LP copies dropped as low as $625, but you’ll need to pay a premium for NM cards that have a chance to get a PSA 10,with the highest recent raw sale just north of $850.
