Rapidash #26 Expedition Base Set Pokemon card
SetExpedition Base Set
Card number26
RarityRare Holo
TypePokémon
HP70
ArtistKagemaru Himeno
ReleasedSep 2002

Rapidash #26 Value (Expedition Base Set)

$113.79 raw near mintPSA 10: $557.54
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Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Oct 9, 2026.

How much is Rapidash #26 worth? As of Oct 9, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $113.79, a PSA 10 sells for around $557.54 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €59.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Framed by the distinctive Expedition E-Card layout, Rapidash number 26 is a 2002 Rare Holo illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. It ranks 59th among the set's 165 cards and has traded relatively flat in recent activity. The combination of a first-generation Fire-type, established artist, and vintage holo treatment keeps it relevant without placing it among the set's costliest entries.

Current prices

SourcePrice
TCGplayer market price (USD)$113.79
TCGplayer mid price (USD)$68.38
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)€59.00
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)€82.57
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)€62.52
Cardmarket listings available138
eBay PSA 10 median (USD)$557.54

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Rapidash #26: rarity, grading and trend

Rapidash #26 is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from Expedition Base Set, the E-Card era (2002). It ranks as number 26 by price out of 165 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.9x raw, roughly $443.75 more, which is why clean copies are usually sent for grading. Over the last 30 days the price rose +82%, from $62.68 to $113.79. The illustration is by Kagemaru Himeno.

Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)

GradingGradeMedian soldSales
ACE8$81.061
BGS9$150.422
BGS8$53.521
CGC10$359.364
CGC9$127.664
PSA10$557.545
PSA9$296.525
PSA8$211.285
PSA7$96.314

Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.

Is it worth grading? A meaningful PSA 10 premium over the moderate raw band supports grading only after close inspection. Rapidash's holo surface can show hairline scratches readily, while silvering or whitening around the perimeter may hold back otherwise attractive copies from elite grades.

Rapidash price history

Jun 27, 2026Low $62.68 · High $113.79Oct 9, 2026
MonthAvg Cardmarket lowAvg TCGplayer market
Oct 2026€59.00$80.66
Sep 2026€57.60$63.30
Aug 2026€58.42$73.83
Jul 2026€44.65$97.23
Jun 2026€45.00$97.23
Kagemaru Himeno contributed extensively to early Pokémon releases, so Rapidash fits naturally into an artist chronology. It also serves Fire-type and Kanto species collections, with the E-Card border clearly separating it from earlier Wizards-era presentations.

Frequently asked questions

What is Rapidash #26 worth on Oct 9, 2026?

As of Oct 9, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $113.79, a PSA 10 sells for around $557.54 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €59.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

What is a PSA 10 Rapidash #26 worth?

As of Oct 9, 2026, a PSA 10 Rapidash #26 sells for about $557.54 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $113.79 for a raw near mint copy.

Is Rapidash #26 rare?

Rapidash #26 is printed at Rare Holo rarity and ranks number 26 by price among the 165 cards in Expedition Base Set. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Rapidash #26 going up in value?

Over the last 30 days it rose +82% to about $113.79. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.

Is Rapidash #26 worth grading?

Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 4.9x raw ($443.75 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 Rapidash I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (26) 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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