Buffer Piece is a Trainer card categorized as a Pokémon Tool. It was illustrated by Katsura Tabata and is part of the Dragon set from the EX series, released…
Set: Dragon
Number: 83/97
Rarity: Uncommon
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About the Buffer Piece Trainer Card
Buffer Piece is a Pokémon Tool Trainer card from the Dragon set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 83/97 and is classified as Uncommon. The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.
Buffer Piece Trainer Card Details
Card name: Buffer Piece
Card number: 83/97
Set: Dragon
Series: EX
Rarity: Uncommon
Card type: Trainer (Pokémon Tool)
Artist: Katsura Tabata
Release date: November 24, 2003
Why Collect the Buffer Piece Trainer Card?
Buffer Piece 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 Buffer Piece Trainer Card
Buffer Piece was illustrated by Katsura Tabata.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Buffer Piece Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Buffer Piece is about
.51. Recent listings range from roughly
.65 (low) to $32.40 (high), with a mid-point near
.51. 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 -12% over the last 7 days and -14% 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 Buffer Piece Trainer Card
Whether Buffer Piece 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 44 copies of this card, of which 6 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 13.6%. 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 Buffer Piece Trainer Card?
As an Uncommon card, Buffer Piece sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 44 copies to date.
Other Printings of Buffer Piece
Buffer Piece appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Dragon Frontiers 72 (around
.66) and Arceus 84 (around $0.54).
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 Buffer Piece Trainer Card
The Buffer Piece trainer card is a Uncommon 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 .51; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Buffer Piece card from?
Buffer Piece is from the Dragon set (EX series), numbered 83/97 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Buffer Piece card?
Buffer Piece is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Buffer Piece 83/97 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.51, within a recent range of roughly
.65 to $32.40. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Buffer Piece card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 44 copies so far, with about 13.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Buffer Piece?
PSA has graded 44 copies, of which 6 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 13.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Buffer Piece card?
As an Uncommon card, Buffer Piece sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Dragon set released?
The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.
Are there other printings of Buffer Piece?
Yes. Buffer Piece appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
