Ariados is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Aquapolis set, which is part of the E-Card series released in the mid-2000s era (2003). It has a Grass type and an…
Set: Aquapolis
Number: 3/147
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Ariados Pokémon Card
Ariados is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Aquapolis set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 3/147 and is classified as Rare. The Aquapolis set was released on January 15, 2003.
Ariados Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Ariados
Card number: 3/147
Set: Aquapolis
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Grass
HP: 70
Artist: Shin-ichi Yoshida
Release date: January 15, 2003
National Pokédex number: 168
Why Collect the Ariados Pokémon Card?
Ariados is a solid addition to the Aquapolis 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 Ariados Pokémon Card
Ariados was illustrated by Shin-ichi Yoshida.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Ariados Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Ariados is about
5.00. Recent listings range from roughly 0.58 (low) to 5.00 (high), with a mid-point near 2.79. 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 Aquapolis set has a median card value near $46.66 and an average near $98.10, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +88% over the last 7 days and +93% 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 Aquapolis set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Ariados Pokémon Card
Whether Ariados 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.
PSA has graded 204 copies of this card, of which 54 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 26.5%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Ariados Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Ariados are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 204 copies to date.
Other Printings of Ariados
Ariados appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis H3 (around 6.89), Unseen Forces 2 (around
4.85) and Neo Genesis 27 (around $4.79).
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 Ariados Pokémon Card
The Ariados pokémon card is a Rare card from the Aquapolis set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Aquapolis set. Its current aggregated market price is about
5.00; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Ariados card from?
Ariados is from the Aquapolis set (E-Card series), numbered 3/147 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Ariados card?
Ariados is classified as Rare.
How much is the Ariados 3/147 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
5.00, within a recent range of roughly 0.58 to 5.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Ariados card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 204 copies so far, with about 26.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Ariados?
PSA has graded 204 copies, of which 54 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 26.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Ariados card?
Rare cards like Ariados are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Aquapolis set released?
The Aquapolis set was released on January 15, 2003.
Are there other printings of Ariados?
Yes. Ariados appears on 20 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
