Nidoking is a Stage 2 Pokémon card from the Team Up set in the Sun & Moon series. It has 160 HP and is classified as a Psychic type. The card features artwork…
Set: Team Up
Number: 59/181
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Nidoking Pokémon Card
Nidoking is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 160 HP from the Team Up set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 59/181 and is classified as Rare. The Team Up set was released on February 1, 2019.
The card includes the flavor text: “It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn, as it contains venom.”.
Nidoking Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Nidoking
Card number: 59/181
Set: Team Up
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Psychic
HP: 160
Artist: kawayoo
Release date: February 1, 2019
National Pokédex number: 34
Why Collect the Nidoking Pokémon Card?
Nidoking is a solid addition to the Team Up set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Nidoking Pokémon Card
Nidoking was illustrated by kawayoo.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Nidoking Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Nidoking is about
.87. Recent listings range from roughly
.81 (low) to $38.09 (high), with a mid-point near
.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 Up set has a median card value near
.06 and an average near $47.11, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -35% over the last 7 days and -45% 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 Up set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Nidoking Pokémon Card
Whether Nidoking 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 Nidoking Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Nidoking are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Nidoking
Nidoking appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 150 (around $600), Aquapolis H18 (around
05) and Legendary Collection 31 (around 03).
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 Nidoking Pokémon Card
The Nidoking pokémon card is a Rare card from the Team Up set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Team Up set. Its current aggregated market price is about .87; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Nidoking card from?
Nidoking is from the Team Up set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 59/181 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Nidoking card?
Nidoking is classified as Rare.
How much is the Nidoking 59/181 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.87, within a recent range of roughly
.81 to $38.09. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Nidoking 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 Nidoking card?
Rare cards like Nidoking are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Team Up set released?
The Team Up set was released on February 1, 2019.
Are there other printings of Nidoking?
Yes. Nidoking appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
