Ampharos 105 / 123 Pokemon Card from HeartGold & SoulSilver Set
Ampharos is a Stage 2 Prime Pokémon card with a Lightning type and 140 HP. It is illustrated by artist Kent Kanetsuna and is part of the HeartGold &…
- Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Number: 105/123
- Rarity: Rare Prime
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About the Ampharos Pokémon Card
Ampharos is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 140 HP from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number 105/123 and is classified as Rare Prime. The HeartGold & SoulSilver set was released on February 10, 2010.
Ampharos Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Ampharos
Card number: 105/123
Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Rarity: Rare Prime
Subtypes: Stage 2, Prime
Type: Lightning
HP: 140
Artist: Kent Kanetsuna
Release date: February 10, 2010
National Pokédex number: 181
Why Collect the Ampharos Pokémon Card?
Ampharos is a solid addition to the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 Ampharos Pokémon Card
Ampharos 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 Ampharos Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Ampharos is about $58.24. Recent listings range from roughly $69.99 (low) to $500 (high), with a mid-point near
For context, the HeartGold & SoulSilver set has a median card value near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the HeartGold & SoulSilver set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Ampharos Pokémon Card
Whether Ampharos 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 850 copies of this card, of which 15 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 1.8%. 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 Ampharos Pokémon Card?
Rare Prime cards like Ampharos 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 850 copies to date.
Other Printings of Ampharos
Ampharos appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 2 (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 Ampharos Pokémon Card
The Ampharos pokémon card is a Rare Prime card from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the HeartGold & SoulSilver set. Its current aggregated market price is about $58.24; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Ampharos card from?
Ampharos is from the HeartGold & SoulSilver set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered 105/123 with the Rare Prime rarity.
What rarity is the Ampharos card?
Ampharos is classified as Rare Prime.
How much is the Ampharos 105/123 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $58.24, within a recent range of roughly $69.99 to $500. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Ampharos card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 850 copies so far, with about 1.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Ampharos?
PSA has graded 850 copies, of which 15 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 1.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Ampharos card?
Rare Prime cards like Ampharos are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the HeartGold & SoulSilver set released?
The HeartGold & SoulSilver set was released on February 10, 2010.
Are there other printings of Ampharos?
Yes. Ampharos appears on 22 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.