Garchomp 109 / 172 Pokemon Card from Brilliant Stars Set
Garchomp is a Stage 2 Dragon-type Pokémon with 160 HP. It is illustrated by artist Nurikabe and is part of the Brilliant Stars set from the Sword & Shield…
- Set: Brilliant Stars
- Number: 109/172
- Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Garchomp Pokémon Card
Garchomp is a Dragon-type Pokémon card with 160 HP from the Brilliant Stars set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 109/172 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.
The card includes the flavor text: “Garchomp makes its home in volcanic mountains. It flies through the sky as fast as a jet airplane, hunting down as much prey as it can.”.
Garchomp Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Garchomp
Card number: 109/172
Set: Brilliant Stars
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Dragon
HP: 160
Artist: Nurikabe
Release date: February 25, 2022
National Pokédex number: 445
Why Collect the Garchomp Pokémon Card?
Garchomp is a solid addition to the Brilliant Stars 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 Garchomp Pokémon Card
Garchomp was illustrated by Nurikabe.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Garchomp Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Garchomp is about $0.56. Recent listings range from roughly $0.25 (low) to
For context, the Brilliant Stars set has a median card value near $0.30 and an average near $4.77, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +7% over the last 7 days and +11% 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 Brilliant Stars set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Garchomp Pokémon Card
Whether Garchomp 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 66 copies of this card, of which 20 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 30.3%. 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 Garchomp Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Garchomp 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 66 copies to date.
Other Printings of Garchomp
Garchomp appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Plasma Freeze 120 (around $487), POP Series 9 1 (around $74.52) and Supreme Victors 5 (around $42.98).
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 Garchomp Pokémon Card
The Garchomp pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Brilliant Stars set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.56; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Garchomp card from?
Garchomp is from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 109/172 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Garchomp card?
Garchomp is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Garchomp 109/172 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.56, within a recent range of roughly $0.25 to
Is the Garchomp card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 66 copies so far, with about 30.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Garchomp?
PSA has graded 66 copies, of which 20 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 30.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Garchomp card?
Rare Holo cards like Garchomp are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Brilliant Stars set released?
The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.
Are there other printings of Garchomp?
Yes. Garchomp appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.