Poliwhirl
Base Set 2 · 57 · Uncommon
Current Prices
Set
Base Set 2Number
57
Rarity
Uncommon
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
2,375
Last Updated
Mar 5, 2026
About Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl is an Uncommon card with moderate availability among collectors, numbered 57 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. At its current price point, this card is an affordable pickup for set completionists and casual collectors.
Poliwhirl Price Analysis
The current market price for Poliwhirl from Base Set 2 is $1.04 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $0.50 to a high of $4.00. Over the past 30 days, Poliwhirl has increased in value by +31.6%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (2,375+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Poliwhirl
Professional grading is available for Poliwhirl and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 9 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. At this price point, grading is generally not cost-effective as the grading fee may exceed the card's ungraded value. Consider grading only for sentimental or personal collection purposes.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 95 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 10 | $75.00 | $75.00 | $75.00 | 105 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 9 5 | $55.00 | $55.00 | $55.00 | 85 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $0.95 | $0.50 | $4.00 | 2,085 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $1.04 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Poliwhirl a Good Investment?
Uncommon cards like Poliwhirl typically hold steady value as part of complete set collections rather than as standalone investment pieces. 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.
