Nidoran ♂
Base Set 2 · #83

Nidoran ♂

Nidoran ♂ is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Base Set 2 (#83). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.58 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.

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TCGPlayer market $0.58
Cardmarket trend €0.55
Rarity Common
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Who is this card for?

Nidoran ♂ suits collectors working on Base Set 2 who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.

What is Nidoran ♂ from Base Set 2?

Nidoran ♂ is a Pokémon card in Base Set 2 numbered 83. Stiffens its ears to sense danger. The larger, more powerful of its horns secretes venom. National Pokédex #32. This printing is from Base Set 2. Collector number 83 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What is Nidoran ♂ worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.58 for Nidoran ♂. Low and high spread runs $0.18 to $5.00. This printing is from Base Set 2. Collector number 83 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2000.

SetBase Set 2
Number83
RarityCommon
TCGPlayer USD$0.58
Cardmarket EUR€0.55
Normal $0.58

Gameplay stats

HP40
TypesGrass
Horn Hazard Grass 30 Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
WeaknessPsychic ×2

How collectible is Nidoran ♂?

Nidoran ♂ is listed as Common in Base Set 2. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Base Set 2. Collector number 83 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Nidoran ♂?

Catalog fields: set Base Set 2, rarity Common. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Base Set 2. Collector number 83 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.

Cactaur's take

Nidoran ♂ from Base Set 2 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.

Pros

  • Nidoran ♂ is catalogued as Common printing in Base Set 2, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.58.
  • 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 $0.58 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Nidoran ♂ worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.58 for ungraded Nidoran ♂ from Base Set 2. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.

What set is Nidoran ♂ from?

Nidoran ♂ is listed in Base Set 2 (Base) as card #83. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Nidoran ♂?

Our catalog lists Nidoran ♂ as Common in Base Set 2. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Nidoran ♂ good for collectors or players?

Nidoran ♂ includes gameplay stats in Base Set 2. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-16. Last updated: 2026-06-10.