Air Balloon 156 / 202 Pokemon Card from Sword & Shield Set
Air Balloon is a Trainer card classified as a Pokémon Tool. It is part of the Sword & Shield set, illustrated by artist Yoshinobu Saito, and is numbered 156.…
Set: Sword & Shield
Number: 156/202
Rarity: Uncommon
Set
About the Air Balloon Trainer Card
Air Balloon is a Pokémon Tool Trainer card from the Sword & Shield set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 156/202 and is classified as Uncommon. The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Air Balloon Trainer Card Details
Card name: Air Balloon
Card number: 156/202
Set: Sword & Shield
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Uncommon
Card type: Trainer (Pokémon Tool)
Artist: Yoshinobu Saito
Release date: February 7, 2020
Why Collect the Air Balloon Trainer Card?
Air Balloon is most often collected as part of a complete Sword & Shield set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Air Balloon Trainer Card
Air Balloon was illustrated by Yoshinobu Saito.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Air Balloon Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Air Balloon is about
.90. Recent listings range from roughly $0.76 (low) to
6.60 (high), with a mid-point near
.01. 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 Sword & Shield set has a median card value near $0.46 and an average near .76, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -45% over the last 7 days and -20% 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 Sword & Shield set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Air Balloon Trainer Card
Whether Air Balloon 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 2 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 50.0%. 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 Air Balloon Trainer Card?
As an Uncommon card, Air Balloon sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2 copies to date.
Other Printings of Air Balloon
Air Balloon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Sword & Shield 213 (around
3.88), Mega Evolution 166 (around
.44) and Black Bolt 79 (around $0.38).
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 Air Balloon Trainer Card
The Air Balloon trainer card is a Uncommon card from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Sword & Shield set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.90; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Air Balloon card from?
Air Balloon is from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 156/202 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Air Balloon card?
Air Balloon is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Air Balloon 156/202 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.90, within a recent range of roughly $0.76 to
6.60. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Air Balloon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2 copies so far, with about 50.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Air Balloon?
PSA has graded 2 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 50.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Air Balloon card?
As an Uncommon card, Air Balloon sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Sword & Shield set released?
The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Are there other printings of Air Balloon?
Yes. Air Balloon appears on 4 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
