Zapdos 20 / 130 Pokemon Card from Base Set 2 Set

Zapdos — Base Set 2 20/130 Pokémon TCG card

Zapdos is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is part of the Base Set 2 and is illustrated by artist Ken Sugimori. The flavor text describes it as a…

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About the Zapdos Pokémon Card

Zapdos is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Base Set 2 set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 20/130 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Base Set 2 set was released on February 24, 2000.

The card includes the flavor text: “A legendary bird Pokémon said to appear from clouds while wielding enormous lightning bolts.”.

Zapdos Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Zapdos

Card number: 20/130

Set: Base Set 2

Series: Base

Rarity: Rare Holo

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 90

Artist: Ken Sugimori

Release date: February 24, 2000

National Pokédex number: 145

Why Collect the Zapdos Pokémon Card?

Zapdos is a solid addition to the Base Set 2 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 Zapdos Pokémon Card

Zapdos was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Zapdos Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Zapdos is about $37.40. Recent listings range from roughly

2.00 (low) to $300 (high), with a mid-point near $37.99. 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

.33 and an average near
1.04, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -26% over the last 7 days and -40% 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 Base Set 2 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Zapdos Pokémon Card

Whether Zapdos 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 3,530 copies of this card, of which 106 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 3.0%. 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 Zapdos Pokémon Card?

Rare Holo cards like Zapdos 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 3,530 copies to date.

Other Printings of Zapdos

Zapdos appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 19 (around $413), Pokémon Rumble 8 (around $300) and Supreme Victors 150 (around

11).

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 Zapdos Pokémon Card

The Zapdos pokémon card is a Rare Holo 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 $37.40; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Zapdos card from?

Zapdos is from the Base Set 2 set (Base series), numbered 20/130 with the Rare Holo rarity.

What rarity is the Zapdos card?

Zapdos is classified as Rare Holo.

How much is the Zapdos 20/130 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $37.40, within a recent range of roughly

2.00 to $300. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Zapdos card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3,530 copies so far, with about 3.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Zapdos?

PSA has graded 3,530 copies, of which 106 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 3.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Zapdos card?

Rare Holo cards like Zapdos are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Base Set 2 set released?

The Base Set 2 set was released on February 24, 2000.

Are there other printings of Zapdos?

Yes. Zapdos appears on 26 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.