If you’ve been collecting Pokémon for a while, you know that tins aren’t just fun to open, they can also be real goldmines. Some Pokémon tins have become rare due to their contents, popularity, or limited edition. In this blog, I’ll introduce you to the top 5 most expensive Pokémon tins ever released, including their name, release year, contents, prices, and why they’ve become so rare.
Top 5 Most Expensive Pokemon Tins of All Time
🔥 1. Fall 2009 Collector's Tin [Rayquaza LV.X]
- Release Date: Fall 2009
- Contents: 4 booster packs (including Supreme Victors and Platinum), Rayquaza LV.X promo card
- Current value: €1700– €2200
- Rarity: Includes Platinum Series packs, which are now rare and sought after. Rayquaza as a popular Pokémon increases the value considerably.
⚡ 2. Arceus Collector's Tin [Blue]
- Release Date: 2009
- Contents: 4 booster packs (with at least one Arceus pack), Arceus promo card with blue artwork
- Current value: €1200– €2000
- Rarity: Limited edition, exclusive Arceus promo card, and packs from a set that is hard to find in sealed condition.
🌊 3. Fall 2009 Collector's Tin [Garchomp LV.X]
- Release Date: Fall 2009
- Contents: 4 booster packs (including Supreme Victors), Garchomp LV.X promo card
- Current value: €900– €1500
- Rarity: Garchomp has been a popular competitive card. Combined with Supreme Victors packs, this makes the tin highly sought after.
🌌 4. Spring 2009 Collector's Tin [Shaymin LV.X]
- Release Date: Spring 2009
- Contents: 4 booster packs from the Platinum line, Shaymin LV.X promo card
- Current value: €750– €1200
- Rarity: Shaymin was very popular in 2009. This tin contains Platinum packs, which are now considered retro and scarce.
🔥 5. Evolved Battle Action Tin [Serperior]
- Release Date: 2011
- Contents: 5 booster packs from the Black & White series, Serperior promo card
- Current value: €650 – €1200
- Rarity: Lesser known, but rare pewter from the early Black & White period. Hard to find in unopened condition.
Why are these tins so rare?
As you know, collecting Pokémon is not just about the cards, but also about the packaging and history. The tins in this top 5 have become rare because:
- Limited Edition : Many of these tins were only produced for a short time.
- Unique content : Booster packs from iconic series such as Platinum or Black & White are extremely popular.
- Popular Promo Cards : LV.X cards and well-known Pokémon instantly increase value.
- Nostalgia and retro factor : Platinum-era tins in particular are rare because many of them were opened years ago.
Do you have one in your possession? Then you have gold in your hands. And if you are looking for an investment or something unique for your collection: these tins are worth considering!
