Poliwhirl
Base Set (Shadowless) · 038/102 · Uncommon
Current Prices
Number
038/102
Rarity
Uncommon
Variant
1st_Edition
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
120
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl is an Uncommon card with moderate availability among collectors, numbered 038/102 in the expansion. This is the 1st_Edition variant. With a mid-range market value, Poliwhirl is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Poliwhirl Price Analysis
The current market price for Poliwhirl from Base Set (Shadowless) is $34.39 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $32.27 to a high of $32.27. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $1,225 — approximately 35.6x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $109.95. Over the past 30 days, Poliwhirl has increased in value by +8.3%, indicating growing demand among collectors. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 120 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Poliwhirl
Professional grading is available for Poliwhirl and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 8 5. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, LIGHTLY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED, NEAR MINT. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $7.15 | $6.68 | $6.68 | 9 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $16.40 | $16.03 | $16.03 | 35 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $8.41 | $8.44 | $8.44 | 12 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $80.00 | $49.00 | $49.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $20.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $27.24 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $25.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $1,225 | N/A | N/A | — |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $34.39 | $32.27 | $32.27 | 36 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $59.95 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $109.95 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $89.99 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 6 5 | $11.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $51.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 3 | $39.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | SGC 4 | $10.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $50.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $156.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 6 5 | $5.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 5 5 | $19.98 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 4 5 | $31.27 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | SGC 6 | $11.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 7 5 | $15.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 1 | $55.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | SGC 9 5 | $2.25 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 8 5 | $47.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $24.99 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | SGC 7 | $15.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $32.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $7.50 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $200.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | PSA 4 | $49.99 | N/A | N/A | — |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $13.50 | $13.56 | $13.56 | 27 |
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. 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.
