Cottonee 55 / 98 Pokemon Card from Ancient Origins Set

Cottonee — Ancient Origins 55/98 Pokémon TCG card

Cottonee is a Basic Pokémon card from the Ancient Origins set in the XY series. It is a Fairy type with 40 HP, illustrated by artist Kanako Eo. The flavor…

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About the Cottonee Pokémon Card

Cottonee is a Fairy-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Ancient Origins set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 55/98 and is classified as Common. The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

The card includes the flavor text: “Perhaps because they feel more at ease in a group, they stick to others they find. They end up looking like a cloud.”.

Cottonee Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Cottonee

Card number: 55/98

Set: Ancient Origins

Series: XY

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Fairy

HP: 40

Artist: Kanako Eo

Release date: August 12, 2015

National Pokédex number: 546

Why Collect the Cottonee Pokémon Card?

Cottonee is most often collected as part of a complete Ancient Origins set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Cottonee Pokémon Card

Cottonee was illustrated by Kanako Eo.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Cottonee Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Cottonee is about $0.65. Recent listings range from roughly $0.15 (low) to

9.88 (high), with a mid-point near $0.78. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Ancient Origins set has a median card value near

.10 and an average near $31.93, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -64% over the last 7 days and -50% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Ancient Origins set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Cottonee Pokémon Card

Whether Cottonee is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

How Rare Is the Cottonee Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Cottonee was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Other Printings of Cottonee

Cottonee appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include White Flare 90 (around $9.03), Unified Minds 143 (around $3.67) and ホワイトフレア 090 (around $3.66).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Cottonee Pokémon Card

The Cottonee pokémon card is a Common card from the Ancient Origins set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Ancient Origins set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.65; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Cottonee card from?

Cottonee is from the Ancient Origins set (XY series), numbered 55/98 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Cottonee card?

Cottonee is classified as Common.

How much is the Cottonee 55/98 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.65, within a recent range of roughly $0.15 to

9.88. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Cottonee card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Cottonee card?

As a Common card, Cottonee was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Ancient Origins set released?

The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

Are there other printings of Cottonee?

Yes. Cottonee appears on 20 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.