Switch 157 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Switch is a Trainer card from the Expedition Base Set, part of the E-Card series. It was illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi and is classified as a Common card.…
Set: Expedition Base Set
Number: 157/165
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Switch Trainer Card
Switch is a Trainer card from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 157/165 and is classified as Common. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Switch Trainer Card Details
Card name: Switch
Card number: 157/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Common
Card type: Trainer
Artist: Keiji Kinebuchi
Release date: September 15, 2002
Why Collect the Switch Trainer Card?
Switch 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 Switch Trainer Card
Switch was illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Switch Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Switch is about $37.98. Recent listings range from roughly
2.95 (low) to $39.99 (high), with a mid-point near 5.24. 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 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 +92% over the last 7 days and +67% 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 Switch Trainer Card
Whether Switch 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 126 copies of this card, of which 23 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.3%. 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 Switch Trainer Card?
As a Common card, Switch was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 126 copies to date.
Other Printings of Switch
Switch appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Primal Clash 163 (around 1.84), HeartGold & SoulSilver 102 (around 0.29) and Diamond & Pearl 119 (around 0.00).
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 Switch Trainer Card
The Switch trainer card is a Common 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 $37.98; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Switch card from?
Switch is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 157/165 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Switch card?
Switch is classified as Common.
How much is the Switch 157/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $37.98, within a recent range of roughly
2.95 to $39.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Switch card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 126 copies so far, with about 18.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Switch?
PSA has graded 126 copies, of which 23 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Switch card?
As a Common card, Switch was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Expedition Base Set set released?
The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Are there other printings of Switch?
Yes. Switch appears on 26 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
