Poliwhirl [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #38
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Poliwhirl [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
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Card History
This Base Set Poliwhirl is a faithful early TCG translation of the video games, because both Amnesia and Doubleslap are moves Poliwhirl can learn in the main series.
Artist
The artwork is credited to Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer whose game artwork defined the look of the franchise’s earliest cards.
Set Lore
Because Poliwhirl appears in the English Base Set, this card belongs to the very first wave of Pokémon TCG cards released in the United States on January 9, 1999.
In-Game
Poliwhirl has one of Generation I’s most interesting evolution stories, evolving from Poliwag at level 25 and later branching into either Poliwrath or, in later games, Politoed.
Card Reference
About Poliwhirl [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #38)
Poliwhirl [1st Edition] 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 $35.72, 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 $35.55 to $36.96, with a median of $36.03.
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 [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #38?
The current market price of Poliwhirl [1st Edition] is $35.72. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Poliwhirl [1st Edition] from?
Poliwhirl [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 38, released in 1999.
Is Poliwhirl [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Poliwhirl [1st Edition] 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 [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Poliwhirl [1st Edition] 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 2,500 PSA graded copies tracked.
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