Lapras 17 / 101 Pokemon Card from Plasma Blast Set
Lapras is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It was illustrated by Kouki Saitou and is part of the Plasma Blast set from the Black & White series,…
Set: Plasma Blast
Number: 17/101
Rarity: Common
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About the Lapras Pokémon Card
Lapras is a Water-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Plasma Blast set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 17/101 and is classified as Common. The Plasma Blast set was released on August 14, 2013.
The card includes the flavor text: “Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.”.
Lapras Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Lapras
Card number: 17/101
Set: Plasma Blast
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 100
Artist: Kouki Saitou
Release date: August 14, 2013
National Pokédex number: 131
Why Collect the Lapras Pokémon Card?
Lapras is most often collected as part of a complete Plasma Blast 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 Lapras Pokémon Card
Lapras was illustrated by Kouki Saitou.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Lapras Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Lapras is about $4.73. Recent listings range from roughly
.00 (low) to $58.30 (high), with a mid-point near $4.50. 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 Plasma Blast set has a median card value near $0.99 and an average near 1.38, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +180% over the last 7 days and +84% 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 Plasma Blast set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Lapras Pokémon Card
Whether Lapras 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 12 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 16.7%. 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 Lapras Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Lapras 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 12 copies to date.
Other Printings of Lapras
Lapras appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Fossil 10 (around
05), Legend Maker 8 (around
04) and Southern Islands 12 (around $61.34).
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 Lapras Pokémon Card
The Lapras pokémon card is a Common card from the Plasma Blast set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Plasma Blast set. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.73; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Lapras card from?
Lapras is from the Plasma Blast set (Black & White series), numbered 17/101 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Lapras card?
Lapras is classified as Common.
How much is the Lapras 17/101 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.73, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to $58.30. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Lapras card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 12 copies so far, with about 16.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Lapras?
PSA has graded 12 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 16.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Lapras card?
As a Common card, Lapras 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 Plasma Blast set released?
The Plasma Blast set was released on August 14, 2013.
Are there other printings of Lapras?
Yes. Lapras appears on 39 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
