Each symbol represents the rarity of that specific card, and you will usually be able to spot these symbols on the bottom of the card, generally at the bottom right corner, but sometimes on the left as well. The rarer the card, the less chance of finding one in real life.

Pokémon card symbols are one of the most intriguing aspects of Pokémon cards. These symbols represent the different card sets to which the cards belong. Each major release since 1999 has its unique symbol, which can be found at the bottom of the card. Card sets are an important way to organize and identify the cards.

There are three main rarities, represented on each card by a symbol printed at the bottom of each card: Common (), Uncommon () and Rare ().

The Pokemon card rarity symbols are as follows: Black Circle - Common Rarity Black Diamond - Uncommon Rarity Black Star - Rare Rarity Black Star with the word PROMO - Promo Rarity (These are cards that are given out related to special events such as movie or game releases)

Pokemon Common, Uncommon, Rare Cards Common Card – Marked with a small black circle – The lowest rarity card you can have. Uncommon Card – Marked with black diamond – The second lowest rarity card you can get. Rare Card – Marked with black Star – Rare cards that are not holographic or shiny.