| Set | Aquapolis |
| Card number | H18 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 110 |
| Artist | Naoyo Kimura |
| Released | Jan 2003 |
Nidoking #H18 Value (Aquapolis)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Aquapolis gives Nidoking H18 a prominent place in its Rare Holo sequence, backed by artwork from Naoyo Kimura and the E-Card layout associated with the era. Released in 2003, the card stands within the upper portion of the set's price rankings. It is a substantial holo for the checklist, though several Aquapolis cards sit above it.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $197.42 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €364.59 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €167.11 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €126.46 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 66 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $2,352 |
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What sets the price of Nidoking #H18
Nidoking #H18 is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from Aquapolis, the E-Card era (2003). It ranks as number 12 by price out of 182 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 12x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($197.42 to $197.42). The illustration is by Naoyo Kimura.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 8 | $199.99 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $222.94 | 3 |
| BGS | 7 | $147.87 | 1 |
| CGC | 9 | $223.73 | 4 |
| CGC | 8 | $185.93 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $2,352 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $656.71 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $403.13 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $166.80 | 5 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Nidoking price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €294.80 | $197.42 |
| Oct 2026 | €210.48 | $197.42 |
| Sep 2026 | €200.00 | $197.42 |
| Aug 2026 | €200.00 | $197.42 |
| Jul 2026 | €200.00 | $155.95 |
| Jun 2026 | €200.00 | $106.95 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Nidoking #H18 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $197.42, a PSA 10 sells for around $2,352 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €364.59. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Nidoking #H18 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Nidoking #H18 sells for about $2,352 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $197.42 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Nidoking #H18 rare?
Nidoking #H18 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 12 by price among the 182 cards in Aquapolis. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Nidoking #H18 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $197.42.
Is Nidoking #H18 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 11.9x raw ($2,154 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 Nidoking I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (H18) 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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