Diggersby 96 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Diggersby is a Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon with 130 HP. It is illustrated by artist 0313 and is part of the Darkness Ablaze set from the Sword & Shield…
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Number: 96/189
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Diggersby Pokémon Card
Diggersby is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 96/189 and is classified as Rare. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
The card includes the flavor text: “With power equal to an excavator, it can dig through dense bedrock. It's a huge help during tunnel construction.”.
Diggersby Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Diggersby
Card number: 96/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fighting
HP: 130
Artist: 0313
Release date: August 14, 2020
National Pokédex number: 660
Why Collect the Diggersby Pokémon Card?
Diggersby is a solid addition to the Darkness Ablaze 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 Diggersby Pokémon Card
Diggersby was illustrated by 0313.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Diggersby Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Diggersby is about $0.27. Recent listings range from roughly $0.11 (low) to
1.00 (high), with a mid-point near $0.33. 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 Darkness Ablaze set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near
.54, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +7% over the last 7 days and 0% 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 Darkness Ablaze set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Diggersby Pokémon Card
Whether Diggersby 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 12 copies of this card, of which 5 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 41.7%. 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 Diggersby Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Diggersby 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 12 copies to date.
Other Printings of Diggersby
Diggersby appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Phantom Forces 88 (around $0.61), XY 112 (around $0.58) and Primal Clash 90 (around $0.49).
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 Diggersby Pokémon Card
The Diggersby pokémon card is a Rare card from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Darkness Ablaze set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.27; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Diggersby card from?
Diggersby is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 96/189 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Diggersby card?
Diggersby is classified as Rare.
How much is the Diggersby 96/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.27, within a recent range of roughly $0.11 to
1.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Diggersby card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 12 copies so far, with about 41.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Diggersby?
PSA has graded 12 copies, of which 5 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 41.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Diggersby card?
Rare cards like Diggersby are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Darkness Ablaze set released?
The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Are there other printings of Diggersby?
Yes. Diggersby appears on 11 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
