Nest Ball 158 / 149 Pokemon Card from Sun & Moon Set
Nest Ball is a Trainer card categorized as an Item. It is part of the Sun & Moon set, illustrated by Toyste Beach, and is designated as a Rare Secret card.…
- Set: Sun & Moon
- Number: 158/149
- Rarity: Rare Secret
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About the Nest Ball Trainer Card
Nest Ball is a Item Trainer card from the Sun & Moon set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 158/149 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Sun & Moon set was released on February 3, 2017.
Nest Ball Trainer Card Details
Card name: Nest Ball
Card number: 158/149
Set: Sun & Moon
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Trainer (Item)
Artist: Toyste Beach
Release date: February 3, 2017
Why Collect the Nest Ball Trainer Card?
Nest Ball 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 Sun & Moon 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 Nest Ball Trainer Card
Nest Ball was illustrated by Toyste Beach.
For Rare Secret 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 Nest Ball Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Nest Ball is about
For context, the Sun & Moon set has a median card value near $0.42 and an average near $4.05, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -28% 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 Sun & Moon set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Nest Ball Trainer Card
Whether Nest Ball 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 376 copies of this card, of which 121 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 32.2%. 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 Nest Ball Trainer Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Nest Ball 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 (158/149) sits above the set's printed total of 149, 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 376 copies to date.
Other Printings of Nest Ball
Nest Ball appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Scarlet & Violet 255 (around $3.69), Sun & Moon 123 (around $3.08) and Scarlet & Violet 181 (around $0.78).
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 Nest Ball Trainer Card
The Nest Ball trainer card is a Rare Secret card from the Sun & Moon set (Sun & Moon 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
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Nest Ball card from?
Nest Ball is from the Sun & Moon set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 158/149 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Nest Ball card?
Nest Ball is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Nest Ball 158/149 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
Is the Nest Ball card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 376 copies so far, with about 32.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Nest Ball?
PSA has graded 376 copies, of which 121 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 32.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Nest Ball card?
Rare Secret cards such as Nest Ball 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 Sun & Moon set released?
The Sun & Moon set was released on February 3, 2017.
Are there other printings of Nest Ball?
Yes. Nest Ball appears on 4 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.