Giovanni's Nidoqueen
Giovanni's Nidoqueen is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#23). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $14.13 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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Who is this card for?
Giovanni's Nidoqueen suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Rare slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Giovanni's Nidoqueen from Gym Challenge?
Giovanni's Nidoqueen is a Pokémon card in Gym Challenge numbered 23. It evolves from Giovanni's Nidorina. National Pokédex #31. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2000.
What is Giovanni's Nidoqueen worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $14.13 for Giovanni's Nidoqueen. Low and high spread runs $9.00 to $4321.00. Per-finish references: unlimited: $14.13; 1stEdition: $30.75. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 23 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $14.13 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €16.51 |
| unlimited | $14.13 |
| 1stEdition | $30.75 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 100 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Giovanni's Nidorina |
| Mega Kick | GrassGrassColorless 40 |
| Love Lariat | GrassGrassColorlessColorless 50+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 50 damage plus 50 more damage if you have at least 1 Giovanni's Nidoking on your Bench. If tails, this attack does nothing. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Giovanni's Nidoqueen?
Giovanni's Nidoqueen is listed as Rare in Gym Challenge. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2000.
What are the key details for Giovanni's Nidoqueen?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2000.
Cactaur's take
Giovanni's Nidoqueen (#23) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Giovanni's Nidoqueen is catalogued as Rare printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $14.13 across finishes (unlimited: $14.13; 1stEdition: $30.75).
- 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 $14.13 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Giovanni's Nidoqueen worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $14.13 for ungraded Giovanni's Nidoqueen from Gym Challenge. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Giovanni's Nidoqueen from?
Giovanni's Nidoqueen is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #23. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Giovanni's Nidoqueen?
Our catalog lists Giovanni's Nidoqueen as Rare in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Giovanni's Nidoqueen good for collectors or players?
Giovanni's Nidoqueen includes gameplay stats in Gym Challenge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Giovanni's Nidoqueen?
Finish variants of Giovanni's Nidoqueen carry separate market listings. unlimited: $14.13; 1stEdition: $30.75 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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