Lapras 21 / 106 Pokemon Card from Great Encounters Set
Lapras is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It is illustrated by Atsuko Nishida and is part of the Great Encounters set from the Diamond & Pearl series,…
- Set: Great Encounters
- Number: 21/106
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Lapras Pokémon Card
Lapras is a Water-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Great Encounters set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 21/106 and is classified as Rare. The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
The card includes the flavor text: “It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.”.
Lapras Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Lapras
Card number: 21/106
Set: Great Encounters
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 80
Artist: Atsuko Nishida
Release date: February 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 131
Why Collect the Lapras Pokémon Card?
Lapras is a solid addition to the Great Encounters 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 Lapras Pokémon Card
Lapras 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 Lapras Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Lapras is about $40.49. Recent listings range from roughly
For context, the Great Encounters set has a median card value near $5.10 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Great Encounters set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Lapras Pokémon Card
Whether Lapras 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 11 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 9.1%. 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 Lapras Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Lapras 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 11 copies to date.
Other Printings of Lapras
Lapras appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Fossil 10 (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 Lapras Pokémon Card
The Lapras pokémon card is a Rare card from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Great Encounters set. Its current aggregated market price is about $40.49; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Lapras card from?
Lapras is from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 21/106 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Lapras card?
Lapras is classified as Rare.
How much is the Lapras 21/106 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $40.49, within a recent range of roughly
Is the Lapras card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 11 copies so far, with about 9.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Lapras?
PSA has graded 11 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 9.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Lapras card?
Rare cards like Lapras are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Great Encounters set released?
The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Lapras?
Yes. Lapras appears on 39 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.