Voltorb 98 / 130 Pokemon Card from Base Set 2 Set
Voltorb is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 40 HP. It is commonly found in power plants and is often mistaken for a Poké Ball, having zapped many people.…
- Set: Base Set 2
- Number: 98/130
- Rarity: Common
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About the Voltorb Pokémon Card
Voltorb is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Base Set 2 set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 98/130 and is classified as Common. The Base Set 2 set was released on February 24, 2000.
The card includes the flavor text: “Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, it has zapped many people.”.
Voltorb Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Voltorb
Card number: 98/130
Set: Base Set 2
Series: Base
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 40
Artist: Keiji Kinebuchi
Release date: February 24, 2000
National Pokédex number: 100
Why Collect the Voltorb Pokémon Card?
Voltorb is most often collected as part of a complete Base Set 2 set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Voltorb Pokémon Card
Voltorb was illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Voltorb Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Voltorb is about $0.62. Recent listings range from roughly $0.25 (low) to $4,321 (high), with a mid-point near $0.56. 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 Base Set 2 set has a median card value near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Base Set 2 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Voltorb Pokémon Card
Whether Voltorb 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 139 copies of this card, of which 29 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 20.9%. 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 Voltorb Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Voltorb was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 139 copies to date.
Other Printings of Voltorb
Voltorb appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 97 (around $99.96), Skyridge 113 (around $51.96) and Team Rocket Returns 80 (around $46.99).
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 Voltorb Pokémon Card
The Voltorb pokémon card is a Common card from the Base Set 2 set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Base Set 2 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.62; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Voltorb card from?
Voltorb is from the Base Set 2 set (Base series), numbered 98/130 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Voltorb card?
Voltorb is classified as Common.
How much is the Voltorb 98/130 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.62, within a recent range of roughly $0.25 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Voltorb card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 139 copies so far, with about 20.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Voltorb?
PSA has graded 139 copies, of which 29 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 20.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Voltorb card?
As a Common card, Voltorb was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Base Set 2 set released?
The Base Set 2 set was released on February 24, 2000.
Are there other printings of Voltorb?
Yes. Voltorb appears on 41 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.