Espeon 48 / 108 Pokemon Card from Dark Explorers Set
Espeon is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is illustrated by artist Mizue and is card number 48 in the Dark Explorers set from the Black & White…
Set: Dark Explorers
Number: 48/108
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Espeon Pokémon Card
Espeon is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Dark Explorers set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 48/108 and is classified as Rare. The Dark Explorers set was released on May 9, 2012.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its fur is so sensitive, it can sense minute shifts in the air and predict the weather.”.
Espeon Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Espeon
Card number: 48/108
Set: Dark Explorers
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Psychic
HP: 90
Artist: Mizue
Release date: May 9, 2012
National Pokédex number: 196
Why Collect the Espeon Pokémon Card?
Espeon is a solid addition to the Dark Explorers 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 Espeon Pokémon Card
Espeon was illustrated by Mizue.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Espeon Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Espeon is about
4.42. Recent listings range from roughly $50.10 (low) to
,498 (high), with a mid-point near $500. 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 Dark Explorers set has a median card value near
.99 and an average near $34.07, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -34% over the last 7 days and -15% 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 Dark Explorers set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Espeon Pokémon Card
Whether Espeon 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 571 copies of this card, of which 19 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 3.3%. 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 Espeon Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Espeon 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 571 copies to date.
Other Printings of Espeon
Espeon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Neo Discovery 1 (around 96), HS—Undaunted 81 (around 03) and Aquapolis H9 (around
93).
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 Espeon Pokémon Card
The Espeon pokémon card is a Rare card from the Dark Explorers set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Dark Explorers set. Its current aggregated market price is about
4.42; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Espeon card from?
Espeon is from the Dark Explorers set (Black & White series), numbered 48/108 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Espeon card?
Espeon is classified as Rare.
How much is the Espeon 48/108 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
4.42, within a recent range of roughly $50.10 to
,498. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Espeon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 571 copies so far, with about 3.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Espeon?
PSA has graded 571 copies, of which 19 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 3.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Espeon card?
Rare cards like Espeon are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Dark Explorers set released?
The Dark Explorers set was released on May 9, 2012.
Are there other printings of Espeon?
Yes. Espeon appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
