Nidoking 151 #174
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Nidoking is a Illustration Rare Pokémon card from 151 (#174), illustrated by Misaki Hashimoto. It's a Stage 2 Darkness-type Pokémon with 170 HP, evolving from Nidorino, weak to Fighting ×2. Its current blended market value is $23.45 ungraded, with a PSA 10 worth around $157 — a gem-mint grading premium of roughly 7× the raw value. Prices are aggregated across marketplaces — raw and graded, updated daily and shown in your local currency.
Prices last updated 5 July 2026.
| Grade | Relative value | Price |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10pop 3,102 | 21 sold$157$134–$181 | |
| PSA 9pop 4,945 | 13 sold$33$28–$38 | |
| PSA 8.5pop 14 | $12$12–$12 | |
| PSA 6pop 26 | $12$12–$12 |
Price history · Raw
Recent sold prices
Real completed sale prices from Fanatics Collect — weekly and premier auctions plus marketplace Buy It Now sales, refreshed periodically. Grade read from the listing title.
Population across graders
Only 33% of 9,321 PSA-graded Nidoking copies are a gem-mint 10 (3,102 of 9,321) — the rest grade lower.
Full grade breakdown (11 grades)
Should you grade it?
Only 33.3% of copies gem (PSA 10 best case +$62); most land at PSA 9 or below.
| Target grade | Est. value | Grading fee | Net vs raw | Multiple |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $157.13 | $71.56 | +$62 | 6.7× |
| PSA 9 | $32.79 | $70.32 | −$61 | 1.4× |
| PSA 8.5 | $12.00 | $70.11 | −$82 | 0.5× |
⚖️ Risk-adjusted return
Best case isn't the whole story. Weighting every grade by how often it actually happens, across 9,321 PSA-graded copies:
| Likely outcome | Chance | Value |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 33.3% | $157.00 |
| PSA 9 | 53.1% | $33.00 |
| PSA ≤8 | 13.7% | $23.00 |
Net = graded value − raw value − grading cost (tier fee + ~$20 round-trip shipping), using PSA fees as of 2026-06-28; the paused PSA Value tier is excluded so this isn't overstated. Gem rate is estimated from cumulative PSA population, which skews toward nicer, resubmitted copies — so it overstates the true grade rate. Treat it as a guide, not a guarantee.
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Where to buy
Market dataCross-market spread, EU price, momentum & community buzz
Cross-market prices
52% spreadCurrently 52% cheaper on Cardmarket than TCGplayer. These are independent market prices for the same card — a wide gap can mean a buying opportunity. Informational only, not arbitrage advice.
Market signal
Derived from this card's 90-day price history, recent trend and cross-market price gap. Informational, not advice.
🇪🇺 Cardmarket price · Europe
34% cheaper than the US🔥 Trending in the community
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What people are saying: “Got convinced into buying this Nidoking” · 4↑
Card text
Evolves from Nidorino.
“Nidoking prides itself on its strength. It's forceful and spirited in battle, making use of its thick tail and diamond-crushing horn.”
About the Pokémon
It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey's bones.
Card details
Other Nidoking cards
There are 9 different Nidoking printings — make sure you're valuing the right one. This is 151 #174 (Illustration Rare).
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Nidoking (151 #174) worth?
As of 5 July 2026, Nidoking from 151 is worth approximately $23.45 ungraded (near-mint), and around $157 in PSA 10 gem mint. Values are blended from real Cardmarket, eBay sold and TCGplayer prices and update daily.
What is the PSA 10 price for Nidoking?
A PSA 10 (gem mint) Nidoking from 151 is worth around $157 — roughly 7× the raw ungraded value of $23.45.
Should I grade my Nidoking?
A PSA 10 sells for about $157 versus $23.45 raw — roughly a 7× uplift. Grading is worth it when that premium comfortably beats the grading fee and the card is clean enough to have a real shot at a 10. See the "Should you grade it?" estimate above for net profit per grade.
Is Nidoking rare?
Nidoking is a Illustration Rare card from 151 (card #174), illustrated by Misaki Hashimoto. Its current blended market value is $23.45 ungraded.