| Set | 151 |
| Card number | 181 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 100 |
| Artist | rika |
| Released | Sep 2023 |
Dragonair #181 Value (151)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Oct 5, 2026.
Graceful subject matter and Illustration Rare status place Dragonair 181 among the more valuable cards in Scarlet & Violet 151. Released in September 2023 and illustrated by rika, it gives Dragonite's middle stage a standalone showcase within the original Kanto checklist. Its market rank lands near the upper end of the set, even after a recent downward move.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $40.31 |
| TCGplayer mid price (USD) | $51.28 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €42.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €55.31 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €52.47 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 395 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $195.56 |
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What sets the price of Dragonair #181
Dragonair #181 is an Illustration Rare Pokémon card from 151, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 14 by price out of 208 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.9x raw, roughly $155.25 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Over the last 30 days the price fell -7.5%, from $43.57 to $40.31. The illustration is by rika.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $124.99 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $39.99 | 5 |
| ACE | 8 | $41.10 | 4 |
| ACE | 7 | $32.72 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $35.38 | 2 |
| CGC | 10 | $76.80 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $37.01 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $195.56 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $35.14 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $35.97 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $31.58 | 5 |
| SGC | 10 | $116.62 | 3 |
| SGC | 9 | $44.99 | 2 |
| TAG | 10 | $193.32 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Dragonair price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | €43.00 | $40.31 |
| Sep 2026 | €45.55 | $41.85 |
| Aug 2026 | €45.36 | $42.87 |
| Jul 2026 | €43.65 | $42.97 |
| Jun 2026 | €42.50 | $43.68 |
| May 2026 | €39.58 | $43.68 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dragonair #181 worth on Oct 5, 2026?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $40.31, a PSA 10 sells for around $195.56 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €42.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Dragonair #181 worth?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a PSA 10 Dragonair #181 sells for about $195.56 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $40.31 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Dragonair #181 rare?
Dragonair #181 is printed at Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 14 by price among the 208 cards in 151. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Dragonair #181 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -7.5% to about $40.31. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Dragonair #181 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.9x raw ($155.25 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Dragonair I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (181) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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