Tyranitar 29 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Tyranitar is a Stage 2 Pokémon card from the Expedition Base Set, part of the E-Card series. It has 120 HP and is categorized as a Darkness type. The card…
Set: Expedition Base Set
Number: 29/165
Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Tyranitar Pokémon Card
Tyranitar is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 120 HP from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 29/165 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Tyranitar Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tyranitar
Card number: 29/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Darkness
HP: 120
Artist: Kimiya Masago
Release date: September 15, 2002
National Pokédex number: 248
Why Collect the Tyranitar Pokémon Card?
Tyranitar 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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card
Tyranitar was illustrated by Kimiya Masago.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Tyranitar Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tyranitar is about
51. Recent listings range from roughly $456 (low) to $456 (high), with a mid-point near $456. 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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +210% over the last 7 days and +453% 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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card
Whether Tyranitar 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 2,399 copies of this card, of which 131 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 5.5%. 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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Tyranitar 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 2,399 copies to date.
Other Printings of Tyranitar
Tyranitar appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis H28 (around $500), Neo Discovery 12 (around $347) and Aquapolis 40 (around 11).
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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card
The Tyranitar 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 51; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tyranitar card from?
Tyranitar is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 29/165 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Tyranitar card?
Tyranitar is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Tyranitar 29/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
51, within a recent range of roughly $456 to $456. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Tyranitar card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,399 copies so far, with about 5.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Tyranitar?
PSA has graded 2,399 copies, of which 131 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 5.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Tyranitar card?
Rare Holo cards like Tyranitar 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 Tyranitar?
Yes. Tyranitar appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
