Some of the most valuablePokemon TCGcards feature gorgeous artwork of popular Pokemon, like Tyranitar. Some legendary Pokemon, like Ho-Oh, boast a solid lineup of cards, but pseudo-legendaries with passionate followings can eclipse eventhe most expensive Entei cards.
Tyranitar has been around since Generation Two, giving it a long history of valuable vintage cards to admire, with an impressive collection of high-quality cards with even higher price tags. From Neo-era sets like Neo Destiny tomodern sets from the Sword & Shield eralike Battle Styles, Tyranitar has a wide variety of incredibly valuable cards.
Cards are valued according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,which you mightpay for a near-mintcopy of the (first edition, where applicable) cards below.
Given their age and rarity,sale prices are vastly different depending on condition,so this is just a rough idea of the card’s value.
9Mega Sableye & Tyranitar GX: Unified Minds (Alternate Full Art) – $138.90
Reigning Over Dark Types
While it’s only the first card to kickstart the list of the most valuable Tyranitar cards, this Tag Team combination with Sableye offersone of the most striking Tyranitar depictions ever,as these two deviants celebrate the fruits of their Dark-type deeds.
Tag Teams are some of thebest cards from the Sun & Moon era.
This card is solidly amongthe most valuable cards in Unified Minds, commanding about $150 in great condition, though you can safely expect to pay under $130 for a lightly played (LP) or worse copy. You won’t find many moderately played (MP) or heavily played (HP) copies, so your options are limited.
8Tyranitar V: Battle Styles (Alternate Full Art) – $142.25
A Break From Being Intimidating
This gorgeous Tyranitar V is the crown jewel ofBattle Styles, topping the charts as its most expensive card, and with good reason.This card stands out from any others in the set,both as an adorable portrayal of the ferocious Pokemon taking a nap and featuring an uncharacteristically bright color palette.
It saw an incredible jump in value during the great alt-art boom of 2024, soaring from about $83 to its current high. While LP copies can be had in the low-100s,NM copies of this card will close at $150,depending on how clean the card is.
7Tyranitar EX: Dragon Frontiers (Ultra Rare) – $152.50
An Electrifying Roar
Dragon Frontiers isone of the most valuable products in Pokemon history, as its collection of incredible cards cannot be replicated. This artwork offers an electrifying depiction of this Rock and Dark-type Pokemon, featuringa yellow background that we rarely see for Tyranitar.
NM copies are incredibly rare to come by, as the last two sales came months apart, one around $100 while the other sold for $152 two months later. While more sales are needed to confirm the NM price, you may findHP copies as low as $56 while an LP will run into the 120s.
6Tyranitar: Expedition (Holo Rare) – $199.00
A Hard Journey To The Top
The Tyranitar Holo Rare from Expedition is another incredibly tough card to find raw in NM condition, as many of the best-looking copies are usually sent in to be graded. This artwork is a quintessential depiction of this Pokemon, offering an excellent look into its daily life in the mountains.
This card commands a high premium in pristine condition,alternating between $199 and $250sales in 2024,giving it a solid range to trade independing on how crisp the copy is. LP copies or worse can be bought for $150 at worst, but most sell for around $100 or lower, again, depending on condition.
5Tyranitar EX: Unseen Forces (Ultra Rare) – $238.48
It’s All About Perspective
This vintage Tyranitar ex hails from Unseen Forces, one ofthe most valuable TCG sets from the EX-era, boasting a beautiful batch of top-tier Pokemon to collect.
This artwork features a tilted view of Tyranitar, givingan unusual view of this towering tyrant,as it unleashes a mighty roar.
Near-mint copiesare very difficult to find and commandjust shy of $250,with few available options if you’re hoping to get a clean one for less. If you’re fine settling for worse conditions, you can pick one of these up for somewhere between$100 to $180, depending on if you’re looking closer to MP or LP.
4Tyranitar: Aquapolis (Holo Rare) – $239.83+
Cool Pokemon Stare Into The Darkness
Aquapolis is one of the most revered sets of all time, as the Crystal Lugia sticks out as one of the most sought-after cards in the set. Tyranitar’s contemplative stance is a departure from the usual action shots that feature Tyranitar in ferocious poses, but is an excellent interpretation of this Pokemon.
In addition to its desirability, this Tyranitar rarely sells in raw NM condition, as this set is perhaps one of the most popular to grade in the history of the Pokemon TCG, given the collection of valuable cards.LP copies can be purchased for $250,or slightly more, but an NM copy could push this card into the discussion for the most valuable Tyranitar card ever once one sells.
3Tyranitar: Neo Discovery (Holo Rare) – $260.54
A Classic Dark-Type Depiction
Neo Discovery is the first set thus far that featuresboth first-edition and Unlimited copies,with the first-edition versions representing much rarer and more valuable sales that boost this into one of the most expensive Tyranitar cards of all time.
First-edition copies are nearly impossible to find raw in near-mint condition, continuing the trend among these valuable Tyranitar cards. Expect to payat least $250 for a near-mint copy,though that number may increase depending on just how good it looks.
2Dark Tyranitar: Neo Destiny (Holo Rare) – $345.00+
A Powerful Rise To The Top
This Neo Destiny Dark Tyranitar takes things to the next level with one of the most striking vintage artworks ever, boasting a black background enhanced by fiery red accents near the bottom. Tyranitar roars and steps toward us, inflicting fear using this intimidating design.
Its market price soars nearly $100 above the Tyranitar from Neo Discovery, asfirst-edition sales of this card are extinct on TCGplayer,leaving only unlimited sales or first-edition listings to judge. Damaged listings sit at over $150 while some LP copies are sitting around $300, making this card’s first edition market price a fairly accurate estimate.
1Shining Tyranitar: Neo Destiny (Secret Rare) – $392.99+
Neo Destiny’s Signature Style, Perfected
The Shining Tyranitar stands out from the rest due to its Shining distinction, as all cards from this iconic Neo Destiny subset feature a subtle but beautiful holo pattern with a muted shiny color palette. Tyranitar returns to its roaring ways, as this hallmark of the Rock and Dark ruler makes an appearance on its most valuable card.
Unsurprisingly, this card also has not featured a first edition sale on TCGplayer, given that cards of that rarity don’t often appear and sell on the open market unless graded. However, some first edition listings approach $1,200, asunlimited copies in NM condition have sold for $600.
