Absol 97 / 189 Pokemon Card from Astral Radiance Set
Absol is a Basic Pokémon of the Darkness type with 100 HP. It is illustrated by artist GIDORA and is part of the Astral Radiance set from the Sword & Shield…
- Set: Astral Radiance
- Number: 97/189
- Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Absol Pokémon Card
Absol is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Astral Radiance set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 97/189 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Astral Radiance set was released on May 27, 2022.
The card includes the flavor text: “Swift as the wind, Absol races through fields and mountains. Its curved, bow-like horn is acutely sensitive to the warning signs of natural disasters.”.
Absol Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Absol
Card number: 97/189
Set: Astral Radiance
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Darkness
HP: 100
Artist: GIDORA
Release date: May 27, 2022
National Pokédex number: 359
Why Collect the Absol Pokémon Card?
Absol is a solid addition to the Astral Radiance 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 Absol Pokémon Card
Absol was illustrated by GIDORA.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Absol Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Absol is about $0.47. Recent listings range from roughly $0.15 (low) to
For context, the Astral Radiance set has a median card value near $0.37 and an average near $4.27, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -38% over the last 7 days and -38% 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 Astral Radiance set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Absol Pokémon Card
Whether Absol 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 34 copies of this card, of which 4 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 11.8%. 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 Absol Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Absol 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 34 copies to date.
Other Printings of Absol
Absol appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Team Magma vs Team Aqua 96 (around
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 Absol Pokémon Card
The Absol pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Astral Radiance set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Astral Radiance set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.47; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Absol card from?
Absol is from the Astral Radiance set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 97/189 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Absol card?
Absol is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Absol 97/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.47, within a recent range of roughly $0.15 to
Is the Absol card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 34 copies so far, with about 11.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Absol?
PSA has graded 34 copies, of which 4 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 11.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Absol card?
Rare Holo cards like Absol are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Astral Radiance set released?
The Astral Radiance set was released on May 27, 2022.
Are there other printings of Absol?
Yes. Absol appears on 23 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.