Saffron-city-gym – Gym Challenge (#122)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Saffron-city-gym (#122) is an Uncommon card from Gym - Gym Challenge released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. Cardmarket average sale is €1.74, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.36
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Gym Challenge
- Card Number
- 122
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Keiji Kinebuchi
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Saffron-city-gym from Gym Challenge (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Keiji Kinebuchi.
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 Saffron-city-gym 122 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Challenge #122 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Gym Challenge Set Context
This Saffron-city-gym is part of the Gym Challenge expansion , released as part of the Gym series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi, 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 Saffron-city-gym 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
- Uncommon cards from Gym Challenge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Keiji Kinebuchi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Saffron-city-gym 122 was released in 2000 in the Gym Challenge expansion. This set is part of the Gym series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Keiji Kinebuchi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Gym Challenge is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Saffron-city-gym 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
- Draw support & consistency cards