Skarmory 21 / 97 Pokemon Card from Dragon Set

Skarmory — Dragon 21/97 Pokémon TCG card

Skarmory is a Basic Metal-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It was illustrated by Hisao Nakamura and is part of the Dragon set from the EX series, released in the…

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About the Skarmory Pokémon Card

Skarmory is a Metal-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Dragon set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 21/97 and is classified as Rare. The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.

Skarmory Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Skarmory

Card number: 21/97

Set: Dragon

Series: EX

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Metal

HP: 70

Artist: Hisao Nakamura

Release date: November 24, 2003

National Pokédex number: 227

Why Collect the Skarmory Pokémon Card?

Skarmory is a solid addition to the Dragon 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 Skarmory Pokémon Card

Skarmory was illustrated by Hisao Nakamura.

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

Market Price and Value of the Skarmory Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Skarmory is about

8.29. Recent listings range from roughly $30.00 (low) to $400 (high), with a mid-point near
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 -51% over the last 7 days and -39% 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 Skarmory Pokémon Card

Whether Skarmory 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 174 copies of this card, of which 24 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 13.8%. 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 Skarmory Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Skarmory are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 174 copies to date.

Other Printings of Skarmory

Skarmory appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 27 (around $76.00), Neo Genesis 13 (around $74.67) and Skyridge 97 (around $56.32).

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 Skarmory Pokémon Card

The Skarmory pokémon card is a Rare 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

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

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Skarmory card from?

Skarmory is from the Dragon set (EX series), numbered 21/97 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Skarmory card?

Skarmory is classified as Rare.

How much is the Skarmory 21/97 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

8.29, within a recent range of roughly $30.00 to $400. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Skarmory card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 174 copies so far, with about 13.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Skarmory?

PSA has graded 174 copies, of which 24 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 13.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Skarmory card?

Rare cards like Skarmory 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 set released?

The Dragon set was released on November 24, 2003.

Are there other printings of Skarmory?

Yes. Skarmory appears on 29 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.