Lapras V 189 / 202 Pokemon Card from Sword & Shield Set
Lapras V is a Basic Water-type Pokémon card with 210 HP. It is part of the Sword & Shield set and was illustrated by 5ban Graphics. The card is categorized as…
Set: Sword & Shield
Number: 189/202
Rarity: Rare Ultra
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About the Lapras V Pokémon Card
Lapras V is a Water-type Pokémon card with 210 HP from the Sword & Shield set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 189/202 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Lapras V Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Lapras V
Card number: 189/202
Set: Sword & Shield
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Subtypes: Basic, V
Type: Water
HP: 210
Artist: 5ban Graphics
Release date: February 7, 2020
National Pokédex number: 131
Why Collect the Lapras V Pokémon Card?
Lapras V 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 Lapras V Pokémon Card
Lapras V was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.
For Rare Ultra 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 Lapras V Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Lapras V is about $5.33. Recent listings range from roughly $4.25 (low) to $56.33 (high), with a mid-point near $5.85. 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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +43% over the last 7 days and +52% 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 Lapras V Pokémon Card
Whether Lapras V 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 552 copies of this card, of which 347 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 62.9%. 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 Lapras V Pokémon Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Lapras V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 552 copies to date.
Other Printings of Lapras V
Lapras V appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV110 (around $4.71) and Sword & Shield 49 (around .63).
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 Lapras V Pokémon Card
The Lapras V pokémon card is a Rare Ultra 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 $5.33; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Lapras V card from?
Lapras V is from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 189/202 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Lapras V card?
Lapras V is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Lapras V 189/202 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $5.33, within a recent range of roughly $4.25 to $56.33. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Lapras V card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 552 copies so far, with about 62.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Lapras V?
PSA has graded 552 copies, of which 347 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 62.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Lapras V card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Lapras V 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 Lapras V?
Yes. Lapras V appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
