Nidorina
Nidorina is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Base Set 2 (#53). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.04 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Nidorina suits collectors working on Base Set 2 who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Nidorina from Base Set 2?
Nidorina is a Pokémon card in Base Set 2 numbered 53. The female's horn develops slowly. Prefers physical attacks such as clawing and biting. National Pokédex #30. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Nidorina worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.04 for Nidorina. Low and high spread runs $0.15 to $19.00. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Base Set 2 |
|---|---|
| Number | 53 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.04 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.64 |
| Normal | $1.04 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Nidoran ♀ |
| Supersonic | Grass Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. |
| Double Kick | GrassColorlessColorless 30× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Nidorina?
Nidorina is listed as Uncommon in Base Set 2. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Nidorina?
Catalog fields: set Base Set 2, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Nidorina from Base Set 2 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Nidorina is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Base Set 2, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.04.
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.04 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Nidorina worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.04 for ungraded Nidorina from Base Set 2. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Nidorina from?
Nidorina is listed in Base Set 2 (Base) as card #53. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Nidorina?
Our catalog lists Nidorina as Uncommon in Base Set 2. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Nidorina good for collectors or players?
Nidorina includes gameplay stats in Base Set 2. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.