Dragonair
Base Set 2 · 022/130 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
Base Set 2Number
022/130
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
1,190
Last Updated
Feb 26, 2026
About Dragonair
Dragonair is a Rare card that stands out in the Base Set 2 set, numbered 022/130 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Dragonair Price Analysis
The current market price for Dragonair from Base Set 2 is $8.45 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $7.68 to a high of $10.49. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $61.00 — approximately 7.2x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $27.00. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a +0.1% change. With a high volume of recorded sales (1,190+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Dragonair
Professional grading is available for Dragonair and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: BGS 8 5, CGC 10, CGC 6 5, CGC 7, CGC 8, CGC 8 5, CGC 9, CGC 9 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $4.99 | $6.99 | $6.99 | 33 |
| ebay | MODERATELY PLAYED | $4.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 | 3 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $9.99 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 14 |
| ebay | BGS 8 5 | $24.14 | $24.14 | $24.14 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $29.00 | $29.00 | $29.00 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 6 5 | $16.00 | $16.00 | $16.00 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $17.99 | $17.99 | $17.99 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $12.51 | $12.51 | $12.51 | 9 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $20.00 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 15 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $39.99 | $39.99 | $39.99 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 2 | $54.99 | $54.99 | $54.99 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 4 | $9.95 | $9.95 | $9.95 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $20.18 | $20.18 | $20.18 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $12.00 | $8.50 | $8.50 | 17 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $27.00 | $49.99 | $49.99 | 81 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $4.94 | $3.99 | $8.93 | 289 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $2.36 | $1.95 | $1.95 | 78 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.85 | $1.55 | $1.55 | 105 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $4.39 | $4.29 | $4.41 | 168 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $20.50 | $20.50 | $20.50 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $61.00 | $71.00 | $71.00 | 70 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $14.99 | $22.93 | $22.93 | 22 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $41.00 | $17.49 | $17.49 | 52 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $8.45 | $7.68 | $10.49 | 201 |
Is Dragonair a Good Investment?
Dragonair carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
