Mankey is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with an HP of 40. It is illustrated by artist Sumiyoshi Kizuki and is part of the Team Rocket set, card number 61,…
Set: Team Rocket
Number: 61/82
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Mankey Pokémon Card
Mankey is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Team Rocket set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 61/82 and is classified as Common. The Team Rocket set was released on April 24, 2000.
The card includes the flavor text: “Normally friendly, it quickly becomes angry if it doesn't get what it wants.”.
Mankey Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Mankey
Card number: 61/82
Set: Team Rocket
Series: Base
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fighting
HP: 40
Artist: Sumiyoshi Kizuki
Release date: April 24, 2000
National Pokédex number: 56
Why Collect the Mankey Pokémon Card?
Mankey is most often collected as part of a complete Team Rocket 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 Mankey Pokémon Card
Mankey was illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Mankey Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Mankey is about
.37. Recent listings range from roughly $0.90 (low) to $4,321 (high), with a mid-point near .10. 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 set has a median card value near
1.66 and an average near $41.26, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -13% over the last 7 days and -23% 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 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Mankey Pokémon Card
Whether Mankey 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 2,002 copies of this card, of which 541 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 27.0%. 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 Mankey Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Mankey 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.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,002 copies to date.
Other Printings of Mankey
Mankey appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 92 (around
08), Legendary Collection 81 (around $90.00) and HS—Unleashed 53 (around
6.97).
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 Mankey Pokémon Card
The Mankey pokémon card is a Common card from the Team Rocket set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Team Rocket set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.37; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Mankey card from?
Mankey is from the Team Rocket set (Base series), numbered 61/82 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Mankey card?
Mankey is classified as Common.
How much is the Mankey 61/82 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.37, within a recent range of roughly $0.90 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Mankey card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,002 copies so far, with about 27.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Mankey?
PSA has graded 2,002 copies, of which 541 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 27.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Mankey card?
As a Common card, Mankey 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 set released?
The Team Rocket set was released on April 24, 2000.
Are there other printings of Mankey?
Yes. Mankey appears on 32 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
