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Master Ball - Gym Challenge (#116)
- Number
- 116
- Illustrator
- Keiji Kinebuchi
Master Ball - Gym Challenge
Master Ball is a Uncommon Trainer card from the Gym Challenge Pokémon TCG set, released 2000, illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. It sits at card number 116 in the Gym Challenge checklist.
In collector terms, this is an uncommon card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $6.29. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Master Ball has been printed 7 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#116 in Gym Challenge) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 77Strong
Strong market heat, era strength.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 1813m ago
Market price history
Sale History 64 sales · since 2021-01-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
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| RAW | $3.62 | ||
| RAW | $2.95 | ||
| RAW | $3.98 | ||
| RAW | $3.36 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.87 | ||
| RAW | $2.37 | ||
| RAW | $2.40 | ||
| RAW | $2.40 | ||
| RAW | $2.73 | ||
| RAW | $2.97 | ||
| RAW | $3.19 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.82 | ||
| RAW | $2.80 | ||
| RAW | $2.96 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.93 | ||
| RAW | $2.75 | ||
| RAW | $2.93 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.96 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.61 | ||
| RAW | $2.55 | ||
| RAW | $3.06 | ||
| RAW | $3.06 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.97 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $3.95 | ||
| RAW | $4.62 | ||
| RAW | $4.82 | ||
| RAW | $3.42 | ||
| RAW | $4.88 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.93 | ||
| RAW | $2.50 | ||
| RAW | $2.75 | ||
| RAW | $2.68 | ||
| RAW | $2.35 | ||
| RAW | $2.86 | ||
| RAW | $2.47 | ||
| RAW | $4.17 | ||
| RAW | $3.72 | ||
| RAW | $4.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.93 | ||
| RAW | $3.49 | ||
| RAW | $3.25 | ||
| RAW | $3.22 | ||
| RAW | $1.92 | ||
| RAW | $3.07 | ||
| RAW | $3.54 | ||
| RAW | $2.69 | ||
| RAW | $3.19 | ||
| RAW | $3.62 | ||
| RAW | $4.02 | ||
| RAW | $3.64 | ||
| RAW | $4.30 | ||
| RAW | $4.62 | ||
| RAW | $3.74 |
Other printings of Master Ball
Master Ball FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Master Ball from Gym Challenge worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $6.29. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Master Ball?
This printing is an uncommon card (the card is labeled "Uncommon" on the checklist). Master Ball has been printed 7 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Master Ball?
Keiji Kinebuchi illustrated this card. See Keiji Kinebuchi's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Master Ball released?
The Gym Challenge set released in 2000, so this card (#116 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Master Ball?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Master Ball legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.