Manectric is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon card from the EX Emerald set, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. It has 70 HP and is classified as a Rare card.…
Set: Emerald
Number: 16/106
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Manectric Pokémon Card
Manectric is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Emerald set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 16/106 and is classified as Rare. The Emerald set was released on May 1, 2005.
Manectric Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Manectric
Card number: 16/106
Set: Emerald
Series: EX
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Lightning
HP: 70
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: May 1, 2005
National Pokédex number: 310
Why Collect the Manectric Pokémon Card?
Manectric is a solid addition to the Emerald 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 Manectric Pokémon Card
Manectric was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Manectric Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Manectric is about
0.49. Recent listings range from roughly $54.99 (low) to $520 (high), with a mid-point near 87. 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 Emerald set has a median card value near $31.51 and an average near $60.42, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -20% over the last 7 days and -9% 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 Emerald set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Manectric Pokémon Card
Whether Manectric 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 Manectric Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Manectric are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Manectric
Manectric appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Deoxys 38 (around $94.99), Emerald 7 (around $35.43) and Crystal Guardians 8 (around 3.16).
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 Manectric Pokémon Card
The Manectric pokémon card is a Rare card from the Emerald set (EX series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Emerald set. Its current aggregated market price is about 0.49; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Manectric card from?
Manectric is from the Emerald set (EX series), numbered 16/106 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Manectric card?
Manectric is classified as Rare.
How much is the Manectric 16/106 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
0.49, within a recent range of roughly $54.99 to $520. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Manectric 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 Manectric card?
Rare cards like Manectric are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Emerald set released?
The Emerald set was released on May 1, 2005.
Are there other printings of Manectric?
Yes. Manectric appears on 22 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
