Koga's Koffing 79 / 132 Pokemon Card from Gym Challenge Set
Koga's Koffing is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It was illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is part of the Gym Challenge set from the vintage era…
Set: Gym Challenge
Number: 79/132
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card
Koga's Koffing is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Gym Challenge set, part of the Gym series. It carries the collector number 79/132 and is classified as Common. The Gym Challenge set was released on October 16, 2000.
Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Koga's Koffing
Card number: 79/132
Set: Gym Challenge
Series: Gym
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 40
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: October 16, 2000
National Pokédex number: 109
Why Collect the Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card?
Koga's Koffing is most often collected as part of a complete Gym Challenge 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 Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card
Koga's Koffing 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 Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Koga's Koffing is about
.50. Recent listings range from roughly
.97 (low) to $4,321 (high), with a mid-point near $3.00. 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 Gym Challenge set has a median card value near $7.84 and an average near $43.76, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -7% over the last 7 days and +10% 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 Gym Challenge set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card
Whether Koga's Koffing 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 578 copies of this card, of which 235 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 40.7%. 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 Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Koga's Koffing 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 578 copies to date.
Other Printings of Koga's Koffing
Koga's Koffing appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Gym Challenge 48 (around $7.74).
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 Koga's Koffing Pokémon Card
The Koga's Koffing pokémon card is a Common card from the Gym Challenge set (Gym series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Gym Challenge set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.50; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Koga's Koffing card from?
Koga's Koffing is from the Gym Challenge set (Gym series), numbered 79/132 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Koga's Koffing card?
Koga's Koffing is classified as Common.
How much is the Koga's Koffing 79/132 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.50, within a recent range of roughly
.97 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Koga's Koffing card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 578 copies so far, with about 40.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Koga's Koffing?
PSA has graded 578 copies, of which 235 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 40.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Koga's Koffing card?
As a Common card, Koga's Koffing 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 Gym Challenge set released?
The Gym Challenge set was released on October 16, 2000.
Are there other printings of Koga's Koffing?
Yes. Koga's Koffing appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
