| Set | Base Set |
| Card number | 28 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 60 |
| Artist | Ken Sugimori |
| Released | Jan 1999 |
Growlithe #28 Value (Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Oct 5, 2026.
Growlithe is an uncommon card from the 1999 Base Set, distinguished by Ken Sugimori’s recognizable art. The card ranks 28 in the set and represents one of the classic fire-type Pokémon with a simple but charming depiction, which contributes to its ongoing relevance.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $1.26 |
| TCGplayer mid price (USD) | $0.60 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €15.89 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €11.29 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 39 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $268.75 |
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What sets the price of Growlithe #28
Growlithe #28 is an Uncommon Pokémon card from Base Set, the Base era (1999). A PSA 10 sells for about 213x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -4.5%, from $1.32 to $1.26. The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $19.99 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $32.70 | 1 |
| CGC | 10 | $89.54 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $26.88 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $20.15 | 5 |
| CGC | 7 | $62.53 | 1 |
| PSA | 10 | $268.75 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $120.94 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $85.85 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $26.87 | 5 |
| TAG | 9 | $16.42 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Growlithe price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | - | $1.26 |
| Sep 2026 | €60.00 | $1.30 |
| Aug 2026 | €60.00 | $1.01 |
| Jul 2026 | €50.45 | $1.22 |
| Mar 2026 | - | $0.99 |
| Feb 2026 | - | $0.81 |
| Jan 2026 | - | $0.76 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Growlithe #28 worth on Oct 5, 2026?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $1.26, a PSA 10 sells for around $268.75 on eBay. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Growlithe #28 worth?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a PSA 10 Growlithe #28 sells for about $268.75 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $1.26 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Growlithe #28 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -4.5% to about $1.26. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Growlithe #28 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 213.3x raw ($267.49 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 Growlithe I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (28) 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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