Volcarona 18 / 98 Pokemon Card from Ancient Origins Set
Volcarona is a Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is part of the Ancient Origins set from the XY series, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. The flavor…
Set: Ancient Origins
Number: 18/98
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Volcarona Pokémon Card
Volcarona is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the Ancient Origins set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 18/98 and is classified as Rare. The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.
The card includes the flavor text: “When volcanic ash darkened the atmosphere, it is said that Volcarona's fire provided a replacement for the sun.”.
Volcarona Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Volcarona
Card number: 18/98
Set: Ancient Origins
Series: XY
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fire
HP: 110
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: August 12, 2015
National Pokédex number: 637
Why Collect the Volcarona Pokémon Card?
Volcarona is a solid addition to the Ancient Origins set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Volcarona Pokémon Card
Volcarona was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Volcarona Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Volcarona is about
.27. Recent listings range from roughly
.00 (low) to $32.10 (high), with a mid-point near
.50. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Ancient Origins set has a median card value near
.10 and an average near $31.93, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -19% over the last 7 days and -26% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Ancient Origins set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Volcarona Pokémon Card
Whether Volcarona is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Volcarona Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Volcarona are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Volcarona
Volcarona appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Black Bolt 100 (around $61.97), BW Black Star Promos BW40 (around
0.33) and Noble Victories 21 (around $4.04).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Volcarona Pokémon Card
The Volcarona pokémon card is a Rare card from the Ancient Origins set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Ancient Origins set. Its current aggregated market price is about .27; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Volcarona card from?
Volcarona is from the Ancient Origins set (XY series), numbered 18/98 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Volcarona card?
Volcarona is classified as Rare.
How much is the Volcarona 18/98 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.27, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to $32.10. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Volcarona card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Volcarona card?
Rare cards like Volcarona are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Ancient Origins set released?
The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.
Are there other printings of Volcarona?
Yes. Volcarona appears on 20 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
