Swinub is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 40 HP. It was illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is card number 79 in the Neo Genesis set, part of the Neo series…
Set: Neo Genesis
Number: 79/111
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Swinub Pokémon Card
Swinub is a Water-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Neo Genesis set, part of the Neo series. It carries the collector number 79/111 and is classified as Common. The Neo Genesis set was released on December 16, 2000.
The card includes the flavor text: “It rubs its snout on the ground to find and dig up food. It sometimes discovers hot springs.”.
Swinub Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Swinub
Card number: 79/111
Set: Neo Genesis
Series: Neo
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 40
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: December 16, 2000
National Pokédex number: 220
Why Collect the Swinub Pokémon Card?
Swinub is most often collected as part of a complete Neo Genesis 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 Swinub Pokémon Card
Swinub 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 Swinub Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Swinub is about
.24. Recent listings range from roughly $0.72 (low) to $5.40 (high), with a mid-point near .08. 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 Neo Genesis set has a median card value near $4.51 and an average near $43.40, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +11% over the last 7 days and -23% 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 Neo Genesis set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Swinub Pokémon Card
Whether Swinub 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.
How Rare Is the Swinub Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Swinub 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.
Other Printings of Swinub
Swinub appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge 107 (around
90), Team Rocket Returns 79 (around $59.29) and Skyridge 108 (around
9.46).
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 Swinub Pokémon Card
The Swinub pokémon card is a Common card from the Neo Genesis set (Neo series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Neo Genesis set. Its current aggregated market price is about .24; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Swinub card from?
Swinub is from the Neo Genesis set (Neo series), numbered 79/111 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Swinub card?
Swinub is classified as Common.
How much is the Swinub 79/111 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.24, within a recent range of roughly $0.72 to $5.40. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Swinub card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Swinub card?
As a Common card, Swinub 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 Neo Genesis set released?
The Neo Genesis set was released on December 16, 2000.
Are there other printings of Swinub?
Yes. Swinub appears on 25 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
