| Set | 151 |
| Card number | 171 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 100 |
| Artist | Mitsuhiro Arita |
| Released | Sep 2023 |
Wartortle #171 Value (151)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Number 171 gives Wartortle an Illustration Rare slot in the September 2023 Scarlet & Violet 151 checklist. Mitsuhiro Arita handles the artwork, adding veteran-artist interest to a popular middle evolution from the original Kanto roster. Ranked just outside the set's top ten by price, it is a meaningful pull, though its recent market direction has been downward.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $38.48 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €49.00 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €53.79 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €54.63 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 446 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $79.16 |
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Why Wartortle #171 is priced where it is
Wartortle #171 is an Illustration Rare Pokémon card from 151, the Scarlet & Violet era (2023). It ranks as number 11 by price out of 208 cards in the set. A PSA 10 adds about $40.68 over raw (2.1x), so grading only pays off for copies that look flawless. Over the last 30 days the price fell -27%, from $52.49 to $38.48. The illustration is by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 10 | $41.11 | 5 |
| ACE | 9 | $52.18 | 5 |
| ACE | 8 | $16.79 | 5 |
| ACE | 7 | $21.25 | 1 |
| BGS | 10 | $99.00 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $24.00 | 5 |
| CGC | 10 | $35.17 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $26.36 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $15.99 | 5 |
| PSA | 10 | $79.16 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $34.04 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $41.04 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $40.14 | 5 |
| SGC | 10 | $52.03 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Wartortle price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €49.00 | $38.69 |
| Oct 2026 | €49.38 | $45.27 |
| Sep 2026 | €53.18 | $52.50 |
| Aug 2026 | €54.08 | $54.94 |
| Jul 2026 | €57.20 | $57.73 |
| Jun 2026 | €57.00 | $57.73 |
| May 2026 | €54.47 | $57.73 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Wartortle #171 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $38.48, a PSA 10 sells for around $79.16 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €49.00. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Wartortle #171 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Wartortle #171 sells for about $79.16 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $38.48 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Wartortle #171 rare?
Wartortle #171 is printed at Illustration Rare rarity and ranks number 11 by price among the 208 cards in 151. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Wartortle #171 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -27% to about $38.48. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Wartortle #171 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $40.68 over raw (2.1x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Wartortle I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (171) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
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