Lapras is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 120 HP. It is part of the Pokémon GO set from the Sword & Shield series and features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. The…
Set: Pokémon GO
Number: 23/78
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Lapras Pokémon Card
Lapras is a Water-type Pokémon card with 120 HP from the Pokémon GO set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 23/78 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Pokémon GO set was released on July 1, 2022.
The card includes the flavor text: “A smart and kindhearted Pokémon, it glides across the surface of the sea while its beautiful song echoes around it.”.
Lapras Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Lapras
Card number: 23/78
Set: Pokémon GO
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 120
Artist: N-DESIGN Inc.
Release date: July 1, 2022
National Pokédex number: 131
Why Collect the Lapras Pokémon Card?
Lapras is a solid addition to the Pokémon GO 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 Lapras Pokémon Card
Lapras was illustrated by N-DESIGN Inc..
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 $0.38. Recent listings range from roughly $0.20 (low) to
5.00 (high), with a mid-point near $0.40. 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 Pokémon GO set has a median card value near $0.57 and an average near $4.65, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -50% over the last 7 days and -44% 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 Pokémon GO 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 153 copies of this card, of which 28 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.3%. 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?
Rare Holo cards like Lapras 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 153 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 Rare Holo card from the Pokémon GO set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Pokémon GO set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.38; 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 Pokémon GO set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 23/78 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Lapras card?
Lapras is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Lapras 23/78 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.38, within a recent range of roughly $0.20 to
5.00. 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 153 copies so far, with about 18.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Lapras?
PSA has graded 153 copies, of which 28 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Lapras card?
Rare Holo cards like Lapras are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Pokémon GO set released?
The Pokémon GO set was released on July 1, 2022.
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.
