Golem Pokemon Expedition #49
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Golem Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This Expedition Golem is a snapshot of the e-Reader era, pairing the newly introduced Poké-Body mechanic with the set’s dot-code card design that could be scanned on the Nintendo e-Reader for extra content.
Set Lore
As card #49 from Expedition Base Set, this Golem comes from the very first main expansion of the Pokémon TCG’s e-Card Series, a landmark WotC-era release that changed the look and feel of Pokémon cards overnight.
In-Game
Bulbapedia notes that this card’s e-Reader Pokédex entry was pulled from Pokémon Crystal, giving the card a direct link back to the Game Boy Color era that many collectors grew up with.
Artist
Aya Kusube’s playful, childlike illustration style gives this Golem a distinctive storybook personality, and Bulbapedia identifies Kusube as a longtime freelance illustrator who also worked as a conceptual designer on Doraemon.
Cultural Impact
Golem has extra mystique for video game fans because Bulbapedia notes it was the only Pokémon in Red, Blue, and Yellow that could never be seen at all without trading, which makes any classic-era Golem card feel tied to the social side of early Pokémon.
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About Golem (Pokemon Expedition #49)
Golem is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Expedition set, card number 49. This card has a Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 2002. The current market price is $14.82, 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 $10.76 to $14.82, with a median of $11.47.
Card details
- Card Number
- #49
- Rarity
- Rare
- Release Year
- 2002
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Golem from Pokemon Expedition #49?
The current market price of Golem is $14.82. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Golem from?
Golem is from the Pokemon Expedition set, card number 49, released in 2002.
Is Golem worth grading?
Whether Golem 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 Golem?
You can buy or sell Golem 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 100 PSA graded copies tracked.
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