Barboach 51 / 97 Pokemon Card from Dragon Set

Barboach — Dragon 51/97 Pokémon TCG card

Barboach is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 50 HP. It is illustrated by artist Tomokazu Komiya and is part of the Dragon set from the EX series, released in…

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About the Barboach Pokémon Card

Barboach is a Water-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Dragon set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 51/97 and is classified as Common. The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.

Barboach Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Barboach

Card number: 51/97

Set: Dragon

Series: EX

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Water

HP: 50

Artist: Tomokazu Komiya

Release date: November 24, 2003

National Pokédex number: 339

Why Collect the Barboach Pokémon Card?

Barboach is most often collected as part of a complete Dragon 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 Barboach Pokémon Card

Barboach was illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya.

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

Market Price and Value of the Barboach Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Barboach is about $6.57. Recent listings range from roughly $3.99 (low) to $87.48 (high), with a mid-point near $7.00. 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 set has a median card value near

7.31 and an average near $50.91, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -57% 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 Dragon set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Barboach Pokémon Card

Whether Barboach 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 97 copies of this card, of which 18 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.6%. 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 Barboach Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Barboach 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 97 copies to date.

Other Printings of Barboach

Barboach appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Deoxys 54 (around

0.21), Holon Phantoms 60 (around $7.24) and Mysterious Treasures 72 (around
.20).

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 Barboach Pokémon Card

The Barboach pokémon card is a Common card from the Dragon set (EX series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Dragon set. Its current aggregated market price is about $6.57; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Barboach card from?

Barboach is from the Dragon set (EX series), numbered 51/97 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Barboach card?

Barboach is classified as Common.

How much is the Barboach 51/97 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $6.57, within a recent range of roughly $3.99 to $87.48. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Barboach card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 97 copies so far, with about 18.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Barboach?

PSA has graded 97 copies, of which 18 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Barboach card?

As a Common card, Barboach 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 Dragon set released?

The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.

Are there other printings of Barboach?

Yes. Barboach appears on 11 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.