Pokémon Trader 77 / 102 Pokemon Card from Base Set
Pokémon Trader is a Trainer card from the Base set, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It is classified as a Rare card and is part of the vintage era, released in…
Set: Base
Number: 77/102
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Pokémon Trader Trainer Card
Pokémon Trader is a Trainer card from the Base set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 77/102 and is classified as Rare. The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Pokémon Trader Trainer Card Details
Card name: Pokémon Trader
Card number: 77/102
Set: Base
Series: Base
Rarity: Rare
Card type: Trainer
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: January 9, 1999
Why Collect the Pokémon Trader Trainer Card?
Pokémon Trader is a solid addition to the Base 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 Pokémon Trader Trainer Card
Pokémon Trader 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 Pokémon Trader Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Pokémon Trader is about $5.90. Recent listings range from roughly $3.00 (low) to $53.06 (high), with a mid-point near $4.59. 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 -61% over the last 7 days and -47% 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 Trader Trainer Card
Whether Pokémon Trader 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 2,528 copies of this card, of which 460 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.2%. 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 Trader Trainer Card?
Rare cards like Pokémon Trader 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 2,528 copies to date.
Other Printings of Pokémon Trader
Pokémon Trader appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 103 (around $62.93) and Base Set 2 106 (around $3.62).
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 Trader Trainer Card
The Pokémon Trader trainer card is a Rare 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 $5.90; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Pokémon Trader card from?
Pokémon Trader is from the Base set (Base series), numbered 77/102 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Pokémon Trader card?
Pokémon Trader is classified as Rare.
How much is the Pokémon Trader 77/102 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $5.90, within a recent range of roughly $3.00 to $53.06. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Pokémon Trader card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,528 copies so far, with about 18.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Pokémon Trader?
PSA has graded 2,528 copies, of which 460 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Pokémon Trader card?
Rare cards like Pokémon Trader 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 released?
The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Are there other printings of Pokémon Trader?
Yes. Pokémon Trader appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
