Butterfree Pokemon Expedition #38
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Butterfree Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This Butterfree is part of Expedition Base Set, the first English e-Card expansion, a landmark release that introduced the dot-code borders and Nintendo e-Reader functionality to the Pokémon TCG.
Card History
Butterfree #38 has a matching holo counterpart in the same set as Butterfree #5, giving collectors two Expedition versions of the same artwork and card design to chase.
In-Game
Its e-Reader Pokédex text was pulled from Pokémon Crystal, tying this card directly to the Johto-era games and their flavor of Butterfree lore.
Artist
Illustrator Sumiyoshi Kizuki gave this card a warm storybook feel that stands out from more battle-heavy artwork in Expedition, making it especially appealing to collectors who love character-driven Pokémon art.
Card History
Butterfree is one of the anime’s most emotionally iconic Pokémon because Ash released his Butterfree in 'Bye-Bye Butterfree,' a farewell widely remembered as one of the series’ defining early tearjerker moments.
Card Reference
About Butterfree (Pokemon Expedition #38)
Butterfree is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Expedition set, card number 38. 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 $31.41, 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 $22.66 to $31.41, with a median of $25.41.
Card details
- Card Number
- #38
- 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 Butterfree from Pokemon Expedition #38?
The current market price of Butterfree is $31.41. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Butterfree from?
Butterfree is from the Pokemon Expedition set, card number 38, released in 2002.
Is Butterfree worth grading?
Whether Butterfree 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 Butterfree?
You can buy or sell Butterfree 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 200 PSA graded copies tracked.
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