Dragonite 5 / 20 Pokemon Card from Dragon Vault Set
Dragonite is a Stage 2 Dragon-type Pokémon with 150 HP. It is illustrated by artist Mitsuhiro Arita and is part of the Dragon Vault set from the Black & White…
Set: Dragon Vault
Number: 5/20
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Dragonite Pokémon Card
Dragonite is a Dragon-type Pokémon card with 150 HP from the Dragon Vault set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 5/20 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Dragon Vault set was released on October 5, 2012.
The card includes the flavor text: “It is said to make its home somewhere in the sea. It guides crews of shipwrecks to shore.”.
Dragonite Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Dragonite
Card number: 5/20
Set: Dragon Vault
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Dragon
HP: 150
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: October 5, 2012
National Pokédex number: 149
Why Collect the Dragonite Pokémon Card?
Dragonite is a solid addition to the Dragon Vault 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 Dragonite Pokémon Card
Dragonite was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Dragonite Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Dragonite is about
7.75. Recent listings range from roughly 4.48 (low) to 94 (high), with a mid-point near $33.00. 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 Dragon Vault set has a median card value near $3.99 and an average near
1.00, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +29% over the last 7 days and -47% 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 Dragon Vault set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Dragonite Pokémon Card
Whether Dragonite 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 Dragonite Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Dragonite are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Dragonite
Dragonite appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 9 (around $800), Fossil 4 (around $413) and Expedition Base Set 43 (around
00).
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 Dragonite Pokémon Card
The Dragonite pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Dragon Vault set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Dragon Vault set. Its current aggregated market price is about 7.75; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Dragonite card from?
Dragonite is from the Dragon Vault set (Black & White series), numbered 5/20 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Dragonite card?
Dragonite is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Dragonite 5/20 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
7.75, within a recent range of roughly 4.48 to 94. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Dragonite 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 Dragonite card?
Rare Holo cards like Dragonite are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Dragon Vault set released?
The Dragon Vault set was released on October 5, 2012.
Are there other printings of Dragonite?
Yes. Dragonite appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
