Umbreon Star

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 9/10

Sustained collector demand for Gold Stars amid Pokémon TCG vintage boom, low supply of high-grade copies, hype from pack break videos and anniversary reprints boosting originals.

Next months. Continued upward pressure with summer 2026 convention sales spiking 10-20%

Long term. Strong appreciation to $20k+ for gem mint by 2029 driven by generational collector influx

History

Umbreon is a Dark-type Pokémon from Generation II (Johto region), the evolved form of Eevee via high friendship at night. Known as the 'Moonlight Pokémon,' it embodies nocturnal themes with its glowing red rings that intensify when sensing danger. Umbreon Star (Gold Star) variant is a high-rarity holo promo card featuring enhanced artwork and premium foil treatment, highly sought after in Pokémon TCG collector circles for its iconic status among Eeveelution Gold Stars.

2007 in POP Series 5, a promotional set exclusive to Pokémon Organized Play events in the United States and select regions.

• One of three Gold Stars in POP Series 5 alongside Espeon Star and Latias Star, with pull rates around 1:40 packs per collector accounts.
• Reprinted in 2021 Celebrations: Classic Collection #17 Holo as a nostalgic homage.
• Japanese equivalents include 2005 PLAY Promo #026/PLAY with noted printing variations from 2007 batches featuring thicker gold borders and color saturation differences.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

Low

First printed in

POP Series 5 (2007)

Demand

Very High

Supply

Scarce

• Limited to Organized Play promo distribution only
• Tiny print run for POP Series 5
• High grading attrition due to era-specific production flaws
• Cult status as top Eeveelution Gold Star

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering (especially on promo borders), holo foil scratches and clouding on rings, edge whitening, surface print defects common in early 2007 promos; check for print lines or off-coloring typical in low-run batches.

Storage. Use semi-rigid holder or top-loader with sleeve in cool, dry environment; avoid direct light to prevent foil oxidation; ideal for professional grading slabs post-inspection.

Authenticity. Verify black market holo pattern and sharp gold star symbol; fakes often have blurry text or incorrect font weights; cross-check with graded population reports; authentic cards show specific foil refraction on Umbreon's rings; Japanese variants have back border thickness as telltale.