Pokémon Center 85 / 102 Pokemon Card from Base Set
Pokémon Center is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Base set, illustrated by artist Keiji Kinebuchi. It is card number 85 in the Base series, released during…
Set: Base
Number: 85/102
Rarity: Uncommon
Set
About the Pokémon Center Trainer Card
Pokémon Center is a Trainer card from the Base set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 85/102 and is classified as Uncommon. The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Pokémon Center Trainer Card Details
Card name: Pokémon Center
Card number: 85/102
Set: Base
Series: Base
Rarity: Uncommon
Card type: Trainer
Artist: Keiji Kinebuchi
Release date: January 9, 1999
Why Collect the Pokémon Center Trainer Card?
Pokémon Center is most often collected as part of a complete Base 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 Pokémon Center Trainer Card
Pokémon Center 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 Pokémon Center Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Pokémon Center is about
.26. Recent listings range from roughly $0.37 (low) to $5.47 (high), with a mid-point near
.12. 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 has a median card value near
.72 and an average near 0.62, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -12% over the last 7 days and -52% 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, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Pokémon Center Trainer Card
Whether Pokémon Center 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 2,862 copies of this card, of which 614 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 21.5%. 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 Pokémon Center Trainer Card?
As an Uncommon card, Pokémon Center sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,862 copies to date.
Other Printings of Pokémon Center
Pokémon Center appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Wizards Black Star Promos 40 (around
,108), Base Set 2 114 (around
.16) and Next Destinies 90 (around $0.52).
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 Pokémon Center Trainer Card
The Pokémon Center trainer card is a Uncommon card from the Base set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Base set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.26; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Pokémon Center card from?
Pokémon Center is from the Base set (Base series), numbered 85/102 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Pokémon Center card?
Pokémon Center is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Pokémon Center 85/102 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.26, within a recent range of roughly $0.37 to $5.47. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Pokémon Center card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,862 copies so far, with about 21.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Pokémon Center?
PSA has graded 2,862 copies, of which 614 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 21.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Pokémon Center card?
As an Uncommon card, Pokémon Center sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Base set released?
The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Are there other printings of Pokémon Center?
Yes. Pokémon Center appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
