Mary's Impulse 142 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Mary's Impulse is a Trainer card with the subtype Supporter. It was illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is part of the Expedition Base Set, which belongs to the…
- Set: Expedition Base Set
- Number: 142/165
- Rarity: Uncommon
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About the Mary's Impulse Trainer Card
Mary's Impulse is a Supporter Trainer card from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 142/165 and is classified as Uncommon. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Mary's Impulse Trainer Card Details
Card name: Mary's Impulse
Card number: 142/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Uncommon
Card type: Trainer (Supporter)
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: September 15, 2002
Why Collect the Mary's Impulse Trainer Card?
Mary's Impulse is most often collected as part of a complete Expedition Base Set set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Mary's Impulse Trainer Card
Mary's Impulse was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Mary's Impulse Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Mary's Impulse is about $9.53. Recent listings range from roughly $8.64 (low) to
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 -3% over the last 7 days and +1% 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 Mary's Impulse Trainer Card
Whether Mary's Impulse 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 127 copies of this card, of which 22 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 17.3%. 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 Mary's Impulse Trainer Card?
As an Uncommon card, Mary's Impulse sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 127 copies to date.
Final Thoughts on the Mary's Impulse Trainer Card
The Mary's Impulse trainer card is a Uncommon 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 $9.53; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Mary's Impulse card from?
Mary's Impulse is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 142/165 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Mary's Impulse card?
Mary's Impulse is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Mary's Impulse 142/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $9.53, within a recent range of roughly $8.64 to
Is the Mary's Impulse card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 127 copies so far, with about 17.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Mary's Impulse?
PSA has graded 127 copies, of which 22 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 17.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Mary's Impulse card?
As an Uncommon card, Mary's Impulse sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Expedition Base Set set released?
The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.