Ampharos 34 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Ampharos is a Stage 2 Pokémon card from the Expedition Base Set, which is part of the E-Card series. It is a Lightning type with 100 HP and was illustrated by…
Set: Expedition Base Set
Number: 34/165
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Ampharos Pokémon Card
Ampharos is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 34/165 and is classified as Rare. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Ampharos Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Ampharos
Card number: 34/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Lightning
HP: 100
Artist: Atsuko Nishida
Release date: September 15, 2002
National Pokédex number: 181
Why Collect the Ampharos Pokémon Card?
Ampharos is a solid addition to the Expedition Base Set 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 Ampharos Pokémon Card
Ampharos was illustrated by Atsuko Nishida.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Ampharos Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Ampharos is about
3.94. Recent listings range from roughly $30.00 (low) to $300 (high), with a mid-point near $31.73. 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 Expedition Base Set set has a median card value near $45.00 and an average near $83.63, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -33% over the last 7 days and -54% 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 Expedition Base Set set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Ampharos Pokémon Card
Whether Ampharos 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 404 copies of this card, of which 94 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 23.3%. 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 Ampharos Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Ampharos 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 404 copies to date.
Other Printings of Ampharos
Ampharos appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 2 (around
75), Unseen Forces 1 (around
10) and Neo Revelation 1 (around $90.46).
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 Ampharos Pokémon Card
The Ampharos pokémon card is a Rare card from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Expedition Base Set set. Its current aggregated market price is about
3.94; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Ampharos card from?
Ampharos is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 34/165 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Ampharos card?
Ampharos is classified as Rare.
How much is the Ampharos 34/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
3.94, within a recent range of roughly $30.00 to $300. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Ampharos card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 404 copies so far, with about 23.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Ampharos?
PSA has graded 404 copies, of which 94 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 23.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Ampharos card?
Rare cards like Ampharos are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Expedition Base Set set released?
The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Are there other printings of Ampharos?
Yes. Ampharos appears on 22 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
