Arbok 3 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Arbok is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Expedition Base Set, which is part of the E-Card series. It has 70 HP and is categorized as a Grass type. The card…
- Set: Expedition Base Set
- Number: 3/165
- Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Arbok Pokémon Card
Arbok is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 3/165 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Arbok Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Arbok
Card number: 3/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Grass
HP: 70
Artist: Kyoko Umemoto
Release date: September 15, 2002
National Pokédex number: 24
Why Collect the Arbok Pokémon Card?
Arbok 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 Arbok Pokémon Card
Arbok was illustrated by Kyoko Umemoto.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Arbok Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Arbok is about
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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -87% over the last 7 days and -86% 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 Arbok Pokémon Card
Whether Arbok 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 804 copies of this card, of which 54 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 6.7%. 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 Arbok Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Arbok 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 804 copies to date.
Other Printings of Arbok
Arbok appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 35 (around $44.00), Temporal Forces 176 (around $32.41) and Sandstorm 29 (around
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 Arbok Pokémon Card
The Arbok pokémon card is a Rare Holo 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
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Arbok card from?
Arbok is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 3/165 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Arbok card?
Arbok is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Arbok 3/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
Is the Arbok card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 804 copies so far, with about 6.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Arbok?
PSA has graded 804 copies, of which 54 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 6.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Arbok card?
Rare Holo cards like Arbok 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 Arbok?
Yes. Arbok appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.