Blastoise
Expedition Base Set · #36 · Rare
Price detail
TCGplayer (US) (reverseHolofoil)
| Tier | USD |
|---|---|
| Low | $200 |
| Market | $165 |
| Mid | $1,510 |
| High | $1,653 |
Every print variant (2)
| Variant | Market | Low – High |
|---|---|---|
| Reverse Holofoil | $165 | — |
| Normal | $59.02 | $53.99 – $999 |
The same card, different print: $165 vs $59.02 — a 2.8× spread. Check which variant a listing actually is before you judge the price.
Cardmarket (EU)
| Metric | EUR |
|---|---|
| Trend | €11.77 |
| Avg 1-day | €14.95 |
| Avg 7-day | €16.31 |
| Avg 30-day | €22.93 |
| Low | €2.00 |
Authenticity check
- Light test: real cards have an opaque middle layer — shine a phone light through the card; if it glows through easily, walk away.
- Texture & print: under magnification real cards show a fine rosette dot pattern; fakes look flat, blurry, or oversaturated (the back's blue is a common tell).
- Font & layout: compare the HP, energy symbols and set number against the card image above — fakes routinely get spacing and symbols subtly wrong.
- The price itself: a raw Blastoise offered under about $82.50 is where fakes and bait listings live — run the exact price through our deal checker.
FAQ
How much is Blastoise (Expedition Base Set #36) worth?
As of our 2026-08-07 data, Blastoise from Expedition Base Set is worth about $165 (TCGplayer US market) and around €12.71 (Cardmarket EU). Prices move constantly — check the live links before buying or selling.
Is Blastoise rare?
Its rarity is listed as Rare and it ranks #22 of 165 by value in Expedition Base Set. Rarity is the printed classification — it does not by itself guarantee value.
What's the most valuable card in Expedition Base Set?
By current US market price, it's Gengar at $800.
Is Blastoise's price going up or down?
On the Cardmarket (EU) trend it's -28% over 7 days, -49% over 30 days. That's an early momentum signal, not a guarantee — collectible prices are volatile and can reverse quickly.
Where can I check Blastoise's live price?
See the current TCGplayer (US) market price here: Blastoise on TCGplayer ↗.
How can I tell if a Blastoise is fake?
Because it trades at $165, Blastoise is a counterfeit target. The fast checks: the light test (real cards have an opaque middle layer), print texture under magnification, and font/symbol accuracy — full checklist in the Authenticity section above. And sanity-check the price: a copy offered far below $165 is the classic fake/bait pattern — check any asking price here.
Related cards
Near it by value in Expedition Base Set
Other printings of Blastoise
Where to buy / check live price
Prices datamined 2026-08-07. The 7/30-day trend is Cardmarket (EU) — an early momentum signal, not a guarantee.