Gigalith 53 / 98 Pokemon Card from Emerging Powers Set
Gigalith is a Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon with 140 HP. It is illustrated by artist Naoki Saito and is part of the Emerging Powers set from the Black & White…
Set: Emerging Powers
Number: 53/98
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Gigalith Pokémon Card
Gigalith is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 140 HP from the Emerging Powers set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 53/98 and is classified as Rare. The Emerging Powers set was released on August 31, 2011.
The card includes the flavor text: “The solar energy absorbed by its body's orange crystals is magnified internally and fired from its mouth.”.
Gigalith Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Gigalith
Card number: 53/98
Set: Emerging Powers
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Fighting
HP: 140
Artist: Naoki Saito
Release date: August 31, 2011
National Pokédex number: 526
Why Collect the Gigalith Pokémon Card?
Gigalith is a solid addition to the Emerging Powers 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 Gigalith Pokémon Card
Gigalith was illustrated by Naoki Saito.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Gigalith Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Gigalith is about
.48. Recent listings range from roughly
.75 (low) to
8.80 (high), with a mid-point near .24. 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 Emerging Powers set has a median card value near
.63 and an average near
.36, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -94% over the last 7 days and -82% 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 Emerging Powers set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Gigalith Pokémon Card
Whether Gigalith 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 Gigalith Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Gigalith are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Gigalith
Gigalith appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include White Flare 129 (around
8.42), ホワイトフレア 127 (around $4.38) and Noble Victories 61 (around
.53).
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 Gigalith Pokémon Card
The Gigalith pokémon card is a Rare card from the Emerging Powers set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Emerging Powers set. Its current aggregated market price is about .48; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Gigalith card from?
Gigalith is from the Emerging Powers set (Black & White series), numbered 53/98 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Gigalith card?
Gigalith is classified as Rare.
How much is the Gigalith 53/98 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.48, within a recent range of roughly
.75 to
8.80. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Gigalith 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 Gigalith card?
Rare cards like Gigalith are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Emerging Powers set released?
The Emerging Powers set was released on August 31, 2011.
Are there other printings of Gigalith?
Yes. Gigalith appears on 9 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
