Rattata 72 / 109 Pokemon Card from Team Rocket Returns Set

Rattata — Team Rocket Returns 72/109 Pokémon TCG card

Rattata is a Basic Pokémon card from the Team Rocket Returns set, part of the EX series. It has 40 HP and is classified as a Colorless type. The card features…

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About the Rattata Pokémon Card

Rattata is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Team Rocket Returns set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 72/109 and is classified as Common. The Team Rocket Returns set was released on November 1, 2004.

Rattata Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Rattata

Card number: 72/109

Set: Team Rocket Returns

Series: EX

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Colorless

HP: 40

Artist: Naoyo Kimura

Release date: November 1, 2004

National Pokédex number: 19

Why Collect the Rattata Pokémon Card?

Rattata is most often collected as part of a complete Team Rocket Returns 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 Rattata Pokémon Card

Rattata was illustrated by Naoyo Kimura.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Rattata Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Rattata is about $34.50. Recent listings range from roughly $47.95 (low) to $74.95 (high), with a mid-point near $55.99. 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 Team Rocket Returns set has a median card value near $57.60 and an average near

46, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +43% over the last 7 days and -22% 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 Team Rocket Returns set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Rattata Pokémon Card

Whether Rattata 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.

How Rare Is the Rattata Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Rattata was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Other Printings of Rattata

Rattata appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 89 (around

50), Pokémon Rumble 15 (around
10) and Team Rocket Returns 71 (around $43.17).

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 Rattata Pokémon Card

The Rattata pokémon card is a Common card from the Team Rocket Returns set (EX series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Team Rocket Returns set. Its current aggregated market price is about $34.50; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Rattata card from?

Rattata is from the Team Rocket Returns set (EX series), numbered 72/109 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Rattata card?

Rattata is classified as Common.

How much is the Rattata 72/109 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $34.50, within a recent range of roughly $47.95 to $74.95. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Rattata card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Rattata card?

As a Common card, Rattata was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Team Rocket Returns set released?

The Team Rocket Returns set was released on November 1, 2004.

Are there other printings of Rattata?

Yes. Rattata appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.