Swellow 157 / 182 Pokemon Card from Destined Rivals Set

Swellow — Destined Rivals 157/182 Pokémon TCG card

Swellow is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the set "Destined Rivals" in the Scarlet & Violet series. It has 100 HP and is classified as a Colorless type. The card…

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About the Swellow Pokémon Card

Swellow is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Destined Rivals set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 157/182 and is classified as Common. The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.

The card includes the flavor text: “It dives at a steep angle as soon as it spots its prey. It catches its prey with sharp claws.”.

Swellow Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Swellow

Card number: 157/182

Set: Destined Rivals

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Colorless

HP: 100

Artist: Souichirou Gunjima

Release date: May 30, 2025

National Pokédex number: 277

Why Collect the Swellow Pokémon Card?

Swellow is most often collected as part of a complete Destined Rivals 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 Swellow Pokémon Card

Swellow was illustrated by Souichirou Gunjima.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Swellow Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Swellow is about $0.21. Recent listings range from roughly $0.02 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.21. 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 Destined Rivals set has a median card value near $0.34 and an average near $9.30, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved 0% 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 Destined Rivals set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Swellow Pokémon Card

Whether Swellow 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 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. 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 Swellow Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Swellow was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2 copies to date.

Other Printings of Swellow

Swellow appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Emerald 41 (around

4.03), Dragon 45 (around
3.31) and Deoxys 49 (around
1.29).

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 Swellow Pokémon Card

The Swellow pokémon card is a Common card from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Destined Rivals set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.21; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Swellow card from?

Swellow is from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 157/182 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Swellow card?

Swellow is classified as Common.

How much is the Swellow 157/182 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.21, within a recent range of roughly $0.02 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Swellow 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 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Swellow?

PSA has graded 2 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Swellow card?

As a Common card, Swellow was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Destined Rivals set released?

The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.

Are there other printings of Swellow?

Yes. Swellow appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.