Inkay SV17 / 94 Pokemon Card from Hidden Fates Shiny Vault Set
Inkay is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is part of the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set from the Sun & Moon series and features artwork by Shigenori…
Set: Hidden Fates Shiny Vault
Number: SV17/94
Rarity: Rare Shiny
Set
About the Inkay Pokémon Card
Inkay is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number SV17/94 and is classified as Rare Shiny. The Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set was released on August 23, 2019.
The card includes the flavor text: “It flashes the light-emitting spots on its body, which drains its opponent's will to fight. It takes the opportunity to scuttle away and hide.”.
Inkay Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Inkay
Card number: SV17/94
Set: Hidden Fates Shiny Vault
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Shiny
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Psychic
HP: 60
Artist: Shigenori Negishi
Release date: August 23, 2019
National Pokédex number: 686
Why Collect the Inkay Pokémon Card?
Inkay sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Inkay Pokémon Card
Inkay was illustrated by Shigenori Negishi.
For Rare Shiny cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Inkay Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Inkay is about
.14. Recent listings range from roughly
.45 (low) to $30.30 (high), with a mid-point near
.77. 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 Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set has a median card value near
1.16 and an average near $34.65, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -48% over the last 7 days and -38% 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 Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Inkay Pokémon Card
Whether Inkay 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 1,962 copies of this card, of which 1,275 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 65.0%. 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 Inkay Pokémon Card?
Rare Shiny cards such as Inkay are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1,962 copies to date.
Other Printings of Inkay
Inkay appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Roaring Skies 41 (around
.09), XY 74 (around
.02) and Ancient Origins 45 (around $0.72).
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 Inkay Pokémon Card
The Inkay pokémon card is a Rare Shiny card from the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set (Sun & Moon series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
.14; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Inkay card from?
Inkay is from the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set (Sun & Moon series), numbered SV17/94 with the Rare Shiny rarity.
What rarity is the Inkay card?
Inkay is classified as Rare Shiny.
How much is the Inkay SV17/94 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.14, within a recent range of roughly
.45 to $30.30. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Inkay card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1,962 copies so far, with about 65.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Inkay?
PSA has graded 1,962 copies, of which 1,275 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 65.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Inkay card?
Rare Shiny cards such as Inkay are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set released?
The Hidden Fates Shiny Vault set was released on August 23, 2019.
Are there other printings of Inkay?
Yes. Inkay appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
