Butterfree
Expedition Base Set · 38 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
38
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
3,150
Last Updated
Mar 4, 2026
About Butterfree
Butterfree is a Rare card that stands out in the Expedition Base Set set, numbered 38 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Butterfree Price Analysis
The current market price for Butterfree from Expedition Base Set is $5.86 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $4.40 to a high of $100.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $129.99 — approximately 22.2x the ungraded market price. Over the past 30 days, Butterfree has increased in value by +17.9%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (3,150+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Butterfree
Professional grading is available for Butterfree and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 8 5, PSA 10. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $5.86 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $70.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 5 | $28.90 | $28.90 | $28.90 | 115 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $129.99 | $129.99 | $129.99 | 120 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $19.75 | $4.40 | $100.00 | 2,915 |
Is Butterfree a Good Investment?
Butterfree carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
