Nidoking
Base Set · 011/102 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
系列
Base Set編號
011/102
稀有度
Holo Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
2,773
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Nidoking
Nidoking is a holographic rare card and one of the notable pulls from Base Set, numbered 011/102 in the expansion. This is the Holofoil variant. With a mid-range market value, Nidoking is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Nidoking Price Analysis
The current market price for Nidoking from Base Set is $36.58 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $34.18 to a high of $34.18. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $1,052 — approximately 28.8x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $160.00. Over the past 30 days, Nidoking has increased in value by +7.5%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (2,773+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Nidoking
Professional grading is available for Nidoking and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: BGS 4 5, BGS 5, BGS 8 5, BGS 9, BGS 9 5, CGC 10, CGC 3, CGC 4. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $19.16 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 5 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $26.00 | $34.20 | $34.20 | 2 |
| ebay | BGS 4 5 | $30.01 | $30.01 | $30.01 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 5 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 8 5 | $98.00 | $98.00 | $98.00 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 9 | $125.00 | $125.00 | $125.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $237.50 | $299.00 | $299.00 | 32 |
| ebay | CGC 4 | $24.50 | $24.50 | $24.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 5 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 5 5 | $9.50 | $9.50 | $9.50 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 6 5 | $21.01 | $21.01 | $21.01 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $30.00 | $34.99 | $34.99 | 5 |
| ebay | CGC 7 5 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 7 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $33.00 | $33.00 | $33.00 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $150.00 | $125.00 | $125.00 | 17 |
| ebay | PSA 1 5 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $1,052 | $1,100 | $1,100 | 32 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $29.80 | $26.50 | $26.50 | 26 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $49.00 | $41.00 | $41.00 | 23 |
| ebay | PSA 9 5 | $185.00 | $185.00 | $185.00 | 1 |
| ebay | SGC 7 | $26.00 | $26.00 | $26.00 | 2 |
| ebay | SGC 8 | $40.00 | $52.43 | $52.43 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $9.33 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 358 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $11.29 | $9.37 | $12.00 | 491 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $22.93 | $16.65 | $25.62 | 642 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $14.23 | $11.34 | $13.22 | 639 |
| ebay | DAMAGED | $14.46 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | TAG 8 | $55.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | BGS 7 5 | $46.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $36.58 | $34.18 | $34.18 | 294 |
| ebay | PSA 3 | $31.00 | $22.00 | $22.00 | 21 |
| ebay | PSA 4 | $29.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 26 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $94.99 | $99.99 | $99.99 | 6 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $316.00 | $99.00 | $108.50 | 7 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $77.00 | $65.00 | $85.00 | 33 |
| ebay | CGC 4 5 | $21.94 | $21.94 | $21.94 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 6 | $19.50 | $34.00 | $34.00 | 3 |
| ebay | HEAVILY PLAYED | $10.99 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 3 | $16.50 | $18.22 | $18.22 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 1 | $69.99 | $60.00 | $60.00 | 14 |
| ebay | PSA 8 5 | $125.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $53.99 | $55.00 | $55.00 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $160.00 | $198.88 | $198.88 | 31 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $29.00 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 29 |
Is Nidoking a Good Investment?
Holographic rares like Nidoking are among the most collected card types. They balance accessibility with genuine collectible appeal. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. 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.
