Porygon 81 / 106 Pokemon Card from Great Encounters Set
Porygon is a Basic Pokémon card from the Great Encounters set in the Diamond & Pearl series, released in the mid-2000s era (2008). It is a Colorless type with…
- Set: Great Encounters
- Number: 81/106
- Rarity: Common
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About the Porygon Pokémon Card
Porygon is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Great Encounters set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 81/106 and is classified as Common. The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
The card includes the flavor text: “The world's first artificially created Pokémon. It can travel through electronic space.”.
Porygon Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Porygon
Card number: 81/106
Set: Great Encounters
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Colorless
HP: 50
Artist: Kent Kanetsuna
Release date: February 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 137
Why Collect the Porygon Pokémon Card?
Porygon is most often collected as part of a complete Great Encounters 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 Porygon Pokémon Card
Porygon was illustrated by Kent Kanetsuna.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Porygon Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Porygon is about $3.57. 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 Porygon Pokémon Card
Whether Porygon 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 6 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. 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 Porygon Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Porygon 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 6 copies to date.
Other Printings of Porygon
Porygon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include FireRed & LeafGreen 47 (around $46.28), Unseen Forces 69 (around $30.28) and Delta Species 80 (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 Porygon Pokémon Card
The Porygon pokémon card is a Common 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 $3.57; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Porygon card from?
Porygon is from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 81/106 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Porygon card?
Porygon is classified as Common.
How much is the Porygon 81/106 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.57, within a recent range of roughly
Is the Porygon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 6 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Porygon?
PSA has graded 6 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Porygon card?
As a Common card, Porygon 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 Great Encounters set released?
The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Porygon?
Yes. Porygon appears on 29 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.