Near Mint condition, current market prices. Includes every card in the set: base printings, reverse holos, and secret rares.
Shield is the first set of the Sword & Shield series, launching the Pokemon TCG into a new era in December 2019 with updated mechanics and fresh artwork. As a foundational set from this popular series, it holds significant historical value for collectors and remains a key entry point for the modern era of Pokemon cards. The set's early release date and limited print runs in certain products have contributed to strong price appreciation for key cards.
Investment Outlook
Bullish Early Sword & Shield era cards continue to appreciate as nostalgia builds and first-edition sealed products become increasingly scarce.
Reprint Risk
Medium While popular cards like Marnie may see reprints in special collections, original secret rare and special designations typically maintain collector premiums.
Shield is a Pokemon Trading Card Game set, part of the Sword & Shield Series series, released on December 6, 2019, containing 75 cards.
When was Shield released?
The Shield Pokemon TCG set was released on December 6, 2019.
How many cards are in the Shield set?
There are 75 base cards in the Shield set. This count reflects the standard set list; some cards may have alternate printings or variants such as reverse holofoil, master ball, poke ball, prize pack, or stamped versions.
What are the most valuable cards in Shield?
Based on current TCGplayer market data, the top five cards in Shield by price are Marnie (Secret Rare) at approximately $350.00, Dottler (Common) at approximately $162.57, Raboot (Uncommon) at approximately $69.99, Snorlax VMAX (Triple Rare) at approximately $31.18, and Morpeko VMAX (Hyper Rare) at approximately $24.99. Market values fluctuate based on demand, condition, and recent sales activity.
What rarities are in the Shield set?
The Shield set includes the following rarities: Common (26), Uncommon (19), Secret Rare (8), Rare (7), Double Rare (6), Hyper Rare (4), Ultra Rare (3), and Triple Rare (2). Higher-rarity cards such as Special Illustration Rares and Hyper Rares typically command premium prices in the secondary market.
