Houndour 59 / 97 Pokemon Card from Dragon Set

Houndour — Dragon 59/97 Pokémon TCG card

Houndour is a Basic Pokémon card from the Dragon set, part of the EX series, released in the mid-2000s era (2003). It is a Darkness type with 50 HP,…

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About the Houndour Pokémon Card

Houndour is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Dragon set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 59/97 and is classified as Common. The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.

Houndour Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Houndour

Card number: 59/97

Set: Dragon

Series: EX

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Darkness

HP: 50

Artist: Hajime Kusajima

Release date: November 24, 2003

National Pokédex number: 228

Why Collect the Houndour Pokémon Card?

Houndour 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 Houndour Pokémon Card

Houndour was illustrated by Hajime Kusajima.

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

Market Price and Value of the Houndour Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Houndour is about

5.71. Recent listings range from roughly $8.00 (low) to
46 (high), with a mid-point near $99.50. 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 +371% over the last 7 days and +488% 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 Houndour Pokémon Card

Whether Houndour 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 191 copies of this card, of which 38 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 19.9%. 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 Houndour Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Houndour 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 191 copies to date.

Other Printings of Houndour

Houndour appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Neo Discovery 5 (around

39), Aquapolis 87 (around
00) and Team Rocket Returns 60 (around $92.50).

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 Houndour Pokémon Card

The Houndour 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

5.71; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Houndour card from?

Houndour is from the Dragon set (EX series), numbered 59/97 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Houndour card?

Houndour is classified as Common.

How much is the Houndour 59/97 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

5.71, within a recent range of roughly $8.00 to
46. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Houndour card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 191 copies so far, with about 19.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Houndour?

PSA has graded 191 copies, of which 38 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 19.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Houndour card?

As a Common card, Houndour 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 Houndour?

Yes. Houndour appears on 30 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.