Swampert 5 / 17 Pokemon Card from POP Series 1 Set
Swampert is a Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It was illustrated by artist Hiromichi Sugiyama and is part of the POP Series 1 set, released in the…
Set: POP Series 1
Number: 5/17
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Swampert Pokémon Card
Swampert is a Water-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the POP Series 1 set, part of the POP series. It carries the collector number 5/17 and is classified as Rare. The POP Series 1 set was released on September 1, 2004.
Swampert Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Swampert
Card number: 5/17
Set: POP Series 1
Series: POP
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Water
HP: 100
Artist: Hiromichi Sugiyama
Release date: September 1, 2004
National Pokédex number: 260
Why Collect the Swampert Pokémon Card?
Swampert is a solid addition to the POP Series 1 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 Swampert Pokémon Card
Swampert was illustrated by Hiromichi Sugiyama.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Swampert Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Swampert is about $45.77. Recent listings range from roughly
3.00 (low) to
00 (high), with a mid-point near
3.13. 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 POP Series 1 set has a median card value near
1.69 and an average near $36.16, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -66% over the last 7 days and -32% 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 POP Series 1 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Swampert Pokémon Card
Whether Swampert 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 429 copies of this card, of which 29 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 6.8%. 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 Swampert Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Swampert 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 429 copies to date.
Other Printings of Swampert
Swampert appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Emerald 11 (around
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 Swampert Pokémon Card
The Swampert pokémon card is a Rare card from the POP Series 1 set (POP series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the POP Series 1 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $45.77; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Swampert card from?
Swampert is from the POP Series 1 set (POP series), numbered 5/17 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Swampert card?
Swampert is classified as Rare.
How much is the Swampert 5/17 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $45.77, within a recent range of roughly
3.00 to
00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Swampert card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 429 copies so far, with about 6.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Swampert?
PSA has graded 429 copies, of which 29 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 6.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Swampert card?
Rare cards like Swampert are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the POP Series 1 set released?
The POP Series 1 set was released on September 1, 2004.
Are there other printings of Swampert?
Yes. Swampert appears on 10 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
