Ultra Ball 161 / 149 Pokemon Card from Sun & Moon Set
Ultra Ball is a Trainer card categorized as an Item. It is part of the Sun & Moon set, illustrated by artist Ryo Ueda, and is designated as a Rare Secret…
Set: Sun & Moon
Number: 161/149
Rarity: Rare Secret
Set
About the Ultra Ball Trainer Card
Ultra Ball is a Item Trainer card from the Sun & Moon set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 161/149 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Sun & Moon set was released on February 3, 2017.
Ultra Ball Trainer Card Details
Card name: Ultra Ball
Card number: 161/149
Set: Sun & Moon
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Trainer (Item)
Artist: Ryo Ueda
Release date: February 3, 2017
Why Collect the Ultra Ball Trainer Card?
Ultra 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 Ultra Ball Trainer Card
Ultra Ball was illustrated by Ryo Ueda.
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 Ultra Ball Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Ultra Ball is about $32.75. Recent listings range from roughly
8.33 (low) to $77.77 (high), with a mid-point near $35.97. 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 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 -20% over the last 7 days and -16% 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 Ultra Ball Trainer Card
Whether Ultra 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 803 copies of this card, of which 201 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 25.0%. 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 Ultra Ball Trainer Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Ultra 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 (161/149) 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 803 copies to date.
Other Printings of Ultra Ball
Ultra Ball appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Plasma Freeze 122 (around $699), Shining Legends 68a (around 0.52) and Brilliant Stars 186 (around
9.87).
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 Ultra Ball Trainer Card
The Ultra 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 $32.75; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Ultra Ball card from?
Ultra Ball is from the Sun & Moon set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 161/149 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Ultra Ball card?
Ultra Ball is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Ultra Ball 161/149 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $32.75, within a recent range of roughly
8.33 to $77.77. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Ultra 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 803 copies so far, with about 25.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Ultra Ball?
PSA has graded 803 copies, of which 201 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 25.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Ultra Ball card?
Rare Secret cards such as Ultra 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 Ultra Ball?
Yes. Ultra Ball appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
