| Set | Base Set 2 |
| Card number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 90 |
| Artist | Ken Sugimori |
| Released | Feb 2000 |
Nidoqueen #12 Value (Base Set 2)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Nidoqueen is a Rare Holo card from the Base Set 2 series released in February 2000. The artwork by Ken Sugimori displays this strong, poison-type Pokémon and places it 13th in value rank within the set.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $34.27 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €31.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €20.94 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €31.80 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 69 |
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Why Nidoqueen #12 is priced where it is
Nidoqueen #12 is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from Base Set 2, the Base era (2000). It ranks as number 11 by price out of 130 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +20%, from $28.52 to $34.27. The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 8 | $42.30 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $53.59 | 2 |
| BGS | 7 | $44.55 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $295.99 | 2 |
| CGC | 9 | $89.58 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $49.26 | 5 |
| CGC | 7 | $18.66 | 1 |
| PSA | 9 | $125.79 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $62.71 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $27.39 | 5 |
| SGC | 9 | $56.95 | 1 |
| TAG | 7 | $29.04 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Nidoqueen price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €31.00 | $34.27 |
| Oct 2026 | €31.00 | $31.71 |
| Sep 2026 | €30.77 | $27.59 |
| Aug 2026 | €31.00 | $27.11 |
| Jul 2026 | €31.00 | $26.69 |
| Jun 2026 | €32.00 | $21.56 |
| May 2026 | €32.48 | $21.56 |
| Mar 2026 | €35.13 | $21.31 |
| Feb 2026 | €30.69 | $20.90 |
| Jan 2026 | €26.00 | $20.29 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Nidoqueen #12 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $34.27, the Cardmarket low is €31.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
Is Nidoqueen #12 rare?
Nidoqueen #12 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 11 by price among the 130 cards in Base Set 2. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Nidoqueen #12 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it rose +20% to about $34.27. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
How do I check which printing of Nidoqueen I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (12) 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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