Poliwhirl [Shadowless] - Pokemon Base Set #38
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Poliwhirl [Shadowless] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Poliwhirl’s Base Set card is one of the original English Base Set uncommons, and the Shadowless version comes from the early print run that lacks the drop shadow around the artwork box—an iconic detail vintage collectors chase.
Artist
This card was illustrated by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer, which gives Shadowless Poliwhirl an especially direct connection to the franchise’s earliest visual identity.
In-Game
Base Set Poliwhirl feels true to the games because both attacks on the card—Amnesia and Doubleslap—are moves Poliwhirl can learn in the video games.
In-Game
Poliwhirl is one of the classic branching-evolution Pokémon, able to evolve into Poliwrath or into Politoed by trade while holding a King’s Rock, which adds extra nostalgia to its early-era cards.
Cultural Impact
Poliwhirl has deep Gen 1 roots, and its hypnotic spiral became one of the most instantly recognizable monster designs from Pokémon’s original 151 era.
Card Reference
About Poliwhirl [Shadowless] (Pokemon Base Set #38)
Poliwhirl [Shadowless] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 38. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $8.93, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $8.42 to $8.93, with a median of $8.71.
Card details
- Card Number
- #38
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Poliwhirl [Shadowless] from Pokemon Base Set #38?
The current market price of Poliwhirl [Shadowless] is $8.93. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Poliwhirl [Shadowless] from?
Poliwhirl [Shadowless] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 38, released in 1999.
Is Poliwhirl [Shadowless] worth grading?
Whether Poliwhirl [Shadowless] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Poliwhirl [Shadowless]?
You can buy or sell Poliwhirl [Shadowless] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 900 PSA graded copies tracked.
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