Mankey – Great Encounters (#79)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mankey (#79) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Great Encounters released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Light Punch attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.33, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.33
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.17
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Great Encounters
- Card Number
- 79
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic +10
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Primeape
Attacks & Strategy
- Light Punch [Fighting] — 10
-
Rage
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 10+
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on Mankey.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mankey from Great Encounters (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mankey 79 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mankey's Light Punch deals 10 damage for Fighting energy.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic +10
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Mankey Cards
Looking for other Mankey cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Encounters #79 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.33 |
�📦 Great Encounters Set Context
This Mankey is part of the Great Encounters expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Mankey card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Common cards from Great Encounters are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mankey 79 was released in 2008 in the Great Encounters expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Great Encounters is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Mankey with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mankey card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mankey works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.