Ho-Oh is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon card from the POP Series 5 set, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. It has 80 HP and is classified as a Rare card. The card was…
Set: POP Series 5
Number: 1/17
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card
Ho-Oh is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the POP Series 5 set, part of the POP series. It carries the collector number 1/17 and is classified as Rare. The POP Series 5 set was released on March 1, 2007.
Ho-Oh Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Ho-Oh
Card number: 1/17
Set: POP Series 5
Series: POP
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fire
HP: 80
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: March 1, 2007
National Pokédex number: 250
Why Collect the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card?
Ho-Oh is a solid addition to the POP Series 5 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 Ho-Oh Pokémon Card
Ho-Oh was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Ho-Oh is about $44.36. Recent listings range from roughly
2.69 (low) to $749 (high), with a mid-point near $39.31. 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 5 set has a median card value near $35.49 and an average near
92, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -40% over the last 7 days and -36% 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 5 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card
Whether Ho-Oh 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 Ho-Oh Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Ho-Oh are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Ho-Oh
Ho-Oh appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge 149 (around $800), Neo Revelation 7 (around $489) and Call of Legends SL5 (around
38).
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 Ho-Oh Pokémon Card
The Ho-Oh pokémon card is a Rare card from the POP Series 5 set (POP series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the POP Series 5 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $44.36; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Ho-Oh card from?
Ho-Oh is from the POP Series 5 set (POP series), numbered 1/17 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Ho-Oh card?
Ho-Oh is classified as Rare.
How much is the Ho-Oh 1/17 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $44.36, within a recent range of roughly
2.69 to $749. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Ho-Oh 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 Ho-Oh card?
Rare cards like Ho-Oh 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 5 set released?
The POP Series 5 set was released on March 1, 2007.
Are there other printings of Ho-Oh?
Yes. Ho-Oh appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
