ThePokemon TCGis home to Pokemon, Trainers, Items, and more, with some of the most popular characters in the series featured as the most valuable cards.Valuable full-art trainer cards can reach into the 100s,with favorites like Lisia, Cynthia, and Misty among the most beloved trainers in the Pokemon TCG.
While Misty is popular enough alone, some of the best Misty cards in the Pokemon TCG feature the popular Water-type Gym Leader with a few of her favorite Pokemon. WithPokemon and Trainer duos making a return to the Pokemon TCG,some of the most valuable Misty cards are likely to see more interest than they’ve received in a long time.
Cards are ordered according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,which you might pay on average for a copy of the(first edition where applicable)cards below.
Given the age and rarity of certain cards, only those with anestablished market price on TCGplayerare included.
However,sale prices differ depending on the card’s condition,so this market price is just a rough idea of the card’s value.
7Misty’s Tentacruel: Gym Heroes (Holo Rare) – $51.20
A Creepy Companion
While Misty is known to adore cute Pokemon like Togepi, Psyduck, and Staryu, Tentacruel makes a surprise appearance among the most valuable Misty cards, as her tentacled companionsets the benchmark for the most valuable Misty cards at just over $50.
First-edition copies of Gym Heroes and Gym Challenge cardscommand a hefty premium over Unlimited copies and will be the primary point of reference.
Themost valuable cards in Gym Heroesexceed Tentacruel by a wide margin, and this card is available at affordable prices, depending on the condition. Heavily Played(HP)first-edition copies can sell for as little as $30 compared to lightly played(LP)at only a few dollars more. However, Near-mint(NM)cards jump into the $45 to $65 range.
6Misty’s Seadra: Gym Heroes (Holo Rare) – $58.00
Swirling In The Sea
Misty’s Seadra is a gorgeous card, striking a perfect balance between the subject and the background, as you can enjoyholo blotches and swirl patternsif you’re lucky enough to get one on your copy.
The Cosmos holo patternfrom this era is famous for boasting two beautiful markings on the holo patterns: blotches (circles or glimmering stars) andswirls(whirlpool patterns).
Both the unlimited and first edition versions of this card continue to rise in price, though the first edition is outperforming its peer, with anNM copy soaring to a $72 sale,followed by an LP clocking in at $49.99. With prior LP copies failing to eclipse $40, it’s indicative that this card’s price will continue to rise.
5Misty’s Golduck: Gym Challenge (Holo Rare) – $68.52
Forming A Team
While Misty formed a more famous pairing with Psyduck, her Golduck offers a continuation of the blue Pokemon theme that Misty boasts in Gym Challenge, as her Psyduck can’t quite reach the heights that Golduck’s gorgeous card can.
This third Pokemon continues to help Misty build her Water-type team, earning its place with some stunning sales to keep its market price high.Two NM sales of $68.03 and $99.99are helping to support the current market price, with LP copies dropping into the $45 range.
4Misty: Gym Heroes (Holo Rare) – $84.80
Introducing The Cerulean City Gym Leader
Misty finally makes her solo appearance, as this classic Gym Heroes Trainer card captures Misty in a proud, happy pose with her hands on her hips. Her bright smile and beautiful contrasting background portray Misty perfectly, putting the spotlight on the Cerulean City Gym Leader.
Gym Heroes is a great set for Misty, as her cardcommanded $100 in NM condition,supported by two other sales at $84.99 and $120. LP copies can sell in a range between $64.99 and $82, though MP copies offer one of the most significant discounts, and will cost less than $40.
3Misty’s Determination (Staff): Regional Championships (Promo) – $159.95
Exclusivity To The Moon
Misty’s Determination reverse holo depicts a mature Misty in a familiar environment beside a pool of water. In addition to the fabulous scene, this card features a helpful searching effect that can help enable quicker execution of your strategy.
Staff promos are distributed exclusively to staff members at Regional Championship events. This copy was distributed during the XY BREAKpoint era.
This card is the rarest Misty card on the list, as there are only a few sales on TCGplayer and a handful of current listings.An NM copy sold for $159.95while an LP went for $118.95, cementing a high value for this card asalmostevery available copy is listed for more than those prices.
2Misty’s Gyarados: Gym Challenge (Holo Rare) – $174.10
Misty’s Strongest Pokemon
Asone of the most expensive cards in Gym Challenge,Misty’sGyarados eclipses several other heavy hittersfrom the set, making its mark asone of the most expensive Misty cards in the TCG.Gyarados' angry roar is perfectly captured along with its coiling serpent-like body.
This card is difficult to find in good condition, and copies that appear at reasonable pricestypically sell quickly.
NM copies of this card range from $165 to $175 with LP copies only dropping to $153, indicating that there’sdemand for this card in all conditions.Even HP copies can fetch $89.99, as this card forms one of the most iconic pairings in Pokemon TCG history.
1Misty’s Favor: Unified Minds (Full Art) – $202.45
Hogging The Love
Misty’s Favor is the undisputedmost valuable card in Unified Mindsand this beloved trainer boasts one of the most beautiful full-art cards with an adorable pose and pink heart-filled background.
The gorgeous color combination gives this card a warm and cozy vibe, while Misty’s sweet wink captures your attention.
This Misty card hasexploded in value since hitting a low of about $160,exhibiting a strong positive trend that carried this cardinto the $200 range.With a stair-like pattern marking Misty’s ascent into the upper tier of Pokemon cards, NM copies are likely to continue soaring, with some commanding as much as $225.
