Tinkatink 216 / 193 Pokemon Card from Paldea Evolved Set
Tinkatink is a Basic Pokémon card from the Paldea Evolved set in the Scarlet & Violet series. It has 60 HP and is of the Psychic type. The card features…
Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 216/193
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Tinkatink Pokémon Card
Tinkatink is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Paldea Evolved set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 216/193 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Paldea Evolved set was released on June 9, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “It swings its handmade hammer around to protect itself, but the hammer is often stolen by Pokémon that eat metal.”.
Tinkatink Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tinkatink
Card number: 216/193
Set: Paldea Evolved
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Psychic
HP: 60
Artist: Tika Matsuno
Release date: June 9, 2023
National Pokédex number: 957
Why Collect the Tinkatink Pokémon Card?
Tinkatink 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 Paldea Evolved 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 Tinkatink Pokémon Card
Tinkatink was illustrated by Tika Matsuno.
For Illustration Rare 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 Tinkatink Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tinkatink is about $33.25. Recent listings range from roughly
7.99 (low) to $94.99 (high), with a mid-point near $36.00. 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 Paldea Evolved set has a median card value near $0.24 and an average near $7.62, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -47% over the last 7 days and -47% 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 Paldea Evolved set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Tinkatink Pokémon Card
Whether Tinkatink 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 1,304 copies of this card, of which 231 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 17.7%. 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 Tinkatink Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Tinkatink are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (216/193) sits above the set's printed total of 193, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1,304 copies to date.
Other Printings of Tinkatink
Tinkatink appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paldean Fates 165 (around $8.90), Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 25 (around $0.46) and Paldea Evolved 102 (around $0.25).
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 Tinkatink Pokémon Card
The Tinkatink pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Paldea Evolved set (Scarlet & Violet 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 $33.25; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tinkatink card from?
Tinkatink is from the Paldea Evolved set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 216/193 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Tinkatink card?
Tinkatink is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Tinkatink 216/193 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $33.25, within a recent range of roughly
7.99 to $94.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Tinkatink card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1,304 copies so far, with about 17.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Tinkatink?
PSA has graded 1,304 copies, of which 231 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 17.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Tinkatink card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Tinkatink 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 Paldea Evolved set released?
The Paldea Evolved set was released on June 9, 2023.
Are there other printings of Tinkatink?
Yes. Tinkatink appears on 18 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
