| Set | Base Set |
| Card number | 42 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 70 |
| Artist | Ken Sugimori |
| Released | Jan 1999 |
Wartortle #42 Value (Base Set)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Oct 5, 2026.
Wartortle, an uncommon card illustrated by Ken Sugimori, was released in the 1999 Base Set. The card sits in a respectable position for value within the set, representing a popular Pokemon evolutionary stage.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $3.91 |
| TCGplayer mid price (USD) | $1.92 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €55.98 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €26.75 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 40 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $244.86 |
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Similar artwork appears on other printings, so check yours with a Pokémon card scanner before trusting the price.
Why Wartortle #42 is priced where it is
Wartortle #42 is an Uncommon Pokémon card from Base Set, the Base era (1999). A PSA 10 sells for about 63x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Over the last 30 days the price fell -11%, from $4.40 to $3.91. The illustration is by Ken Sugimori.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 9 | $121.12 | 2 |
| ACE | 8 | $21.80 | 1 |
| BGS | 9 | $63.59 | 3 |
| CGC | 10 | $136.03 | 5 |
| CGC | 9 | $64.84 | 5 |
| CGC | 8 | $24.99 | 5 |
| CGC | 7 | $59.99 | 3 |
| PSA | 10 | $244.86 | 5 |
| PSA | 9 | $72.54 | 5 |
| PSA | 8 | $181.76 | 5 |
| PSA | 7 | $26.45 | 5 |
| TAG | 10 | $209.00 | 1 |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Wartortle price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | - | $3.91 |
| Sep 2026 | - | $4.30 |
| Aug 2026 | €45.49 | $4.40 |
| Jul 2026 | €18.99 | $4.34 |
| Jun 2026 | €20.31 | $3.29 |
| May 2026 | €18.00 | $3.29 |
| Mar 2026 | €18.99 | $3.39 |
| Feb 2026 | €18.99 | $3.00 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Wartortle #42 worth on Oct 5, 2026?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $3.91, a PSA 10 sells for around $244.86 on eBay. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Wartortle #42 worth?
As of Oct 5, 2026, a PSA 10 Wartortle #42 sells for about $244.86 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $3.91 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Wartortle #42 going up in value?
Over the last 30 days it dropped -11% to about $3.91. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.
Is Wartortle #42 worth grading?
Often, if your copy is clean. A PSA 10 sells for about 62.6x raw ($240.95 more), but a PSA 9 is worth far less than a 10, so check centering, corners and surface first.
How do I check which printing of Wartortle I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (42) 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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