Air Balloon 213 / 202 Pokemon Card from Sword & Shield Set
Air Balloon is a Trainer card categorized as a Pokémon Tool. It was illustrated by Yoshinobu Saito and is part of the Sword & Shield set, which is from the…
- Set: Sword & Shield
- Number: 213/202
- Rarity: Rare Secret
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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 213/202 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Air Balloon Trainer Card Details
Card name: Air Balloon
Card number: 213/202
Set: Sword & Shield
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Trainer (Pokémon Tool)
Artist: Yoshinobu Saito
Release date: February 7, 2020
Why Collect the Air Balloon Trainer Card?
Air Balloon 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 Sword & Shield 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 Air Balloon Trainer Card
Air Balloon was illustrated by Yoshinobu Saito.
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 Air Balloon Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Air Balloon is about
For context, the Sword & Shield set has a median card value near $0.46 and an average near
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 448 copies of this card, of which 332 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 74.1%. 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?
Rare Secret cards such as Air Balloon 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 (213/202) sits above the set's printed total of 202, 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 448 copies to date.
Other Printings of Air Balloon
Air Balloon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Mega Evolution 166 (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 Air Balloon Trainer Card
The Air Balloon trainer card is a Rare Secret card from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield 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 Air Balloon card from?
Air Balloon is from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 213/202 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Air Balloon card?
Air Balloon is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Air Balloon 213/202 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
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 448 copies so far, with about 74.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Air Balloon?
PSA has graded 448 copies, of which 332 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 74.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Air Balloon card?
Rare Secret cards such as Air Balloon 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 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.