Floatzel 26 / 130 Pokemon Card from Diamond & Pearl Set
Floatzel is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It was illustrated by Masahiko Ishii and is part of the Diamond & Pearl set, released in the mid-2000s…
Set: Diamond & Pearl
Number: 26/130
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Floatzel Pokémon Card
Floatzel is a Water-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Diamond & Pearl set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 26/130 and is classified as Rare. The Diamond & Pearl set was released on May 1, 2007.
The card includes the flavor text: “It floats using its well-developed floatation sac. It assists in the rescues of drowning people.”.
Floatzel Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Floatzel
Card number: 26/130
Set: Diamond & Pearl
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 90
Artist: Masahiko Ishii
Release date: May 1, 2007
National Pokédex number: 419
Why Collect the Floatzel Pokémon Card?
Floatzel is a solid addition to the Diamond & Pearl 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 Floatzel Pokémon Card
Floatzel was illustrated by Masahiko Ishii.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Floatzel Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Floatzel is about $3.42. Recent listings range from roughly $0.85 (low) to
8.10 (high), with a mid-point near .16. 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 Diamond & Pearl set has a median card value near $4.53 and an average near
3.30, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -17% over the last 7 days and -26% 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 Diamond & Pearl set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Floatzel Pokémon Card
Whether Floatzel 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.
How Rare Is the Floatzel Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Floatzel are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Floatzel
Floatzel appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include HS—Unleashed 16 (around $4.89), Great Encounters 37 (around
.39) and Supreme Victors 58 (around
.50).
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 Floatzel Pokémon Card
The Floatzel pokémon card is a Rare card from the Diamond & Pearl set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Diamond & Pearl set. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.42; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Floatzel card from?
Floatzel is from the Diamond & Pearl set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 26/130 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Floatzel card?
Floatzel is classified as Rare.
How much is the Floatzel 26/130 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.42, within a recent range of roughly $0.85 to
8.10. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Floatzel card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Floatzel card?
Rare cards like Floatzel are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Diamond & Pearl set released?
The Diamond & Pearl set was released on May 1, 2007.
Are there other printings of Floatzel?
Yes. Floatzel appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
