Wartortle
Base Set · 42 · Uncommon
Current Prices
Zestaw
Base SetNumer
42
Rzadkość
Uncommon
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
33
Last Updated
Mar 14, 2026
About Wartortle
Wartortle is an Uncommon card with moderate availability among collectors, numbered 42 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.
Wartortle Price Analysis
The current market price for Wartortle from Base Set is $13.72 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $21.00 to a high of $30.00. The card has seen a -29.8% change in the last 30 days. Price dips can represent buying opportunities for collectors who believe in long-term value. Trading activity for this specific card is limited, so prices may fluctuate more between individual sales.
Grading Wartortle
Professional grading is available for Wartortle and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: BGS 8. 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 unsold | BGS 8 | $70.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $28.95 | $21.00 | $30.00 | 29 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $13.72 | N/A | N/A | — |
Is Wartortle a Good Investment?
Uncommon cards like Wartortle typically hold steady value as part of complete set collections rather than as standalone investment pieces. The current downward trend may represent a correction or shifting collector interest. Historically, Pokemon cards from popular sets tend to recover over longer time horizons. Lower trading volume means fewer copies change hands, which can make timing important when buying or selling. 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.
