Relicanth 23 / 98 Pokemon Card from Ancient Origins Set

Relicanth — Ancient Origins 23/98 Pokémon TCG card

Relicanth is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and is part of the Ancient Origins set from the XY series, released…

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About the Relicanth Pokémon Card

Relicanth is a Water-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Ancient Origins set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 23/98 and is classified as Common. The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

The card includes the flavor text: “A rare Pokémon discovered during a deep-sea exploration. It has not changed in over 100 million years.”.

Relicanth Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Relicanth

Card number: 23/98

Set: Ancient Origins

Series: XY

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Water

HP: 90

Artist: Kagemaru Himeno

Release date: August 12, 2015

National Pokédex number: 369

Why Collect the Relicanth Pokémon Card?

Relicanth 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 Relicanth Pokémon Card

Relicanth was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.

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

Market Price and Value of the Relicanth Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Relicanth is about $0.37. Recent listings range from roughly $0.15 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.38. 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 -23% over the last 7 days and -23% 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 Relicanth Pokémon Card

Whether Relicanth 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 Relicanth Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Relicanth 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 Relicanth

Relicanth appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Supreme Victors SH8 (around $99.98), Emerald 18 (around $39.46) and Hidden Legends 24 (around

8.77).

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 Relicanth Pokémon Card

The Relicanth 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 $0.37; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Relicanth card from?

Relicanth is from the Ancient Origins set (XY series), numbered 23/98 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Relicanth card?

Relicanth is classified as Common.

How much is the Relicanth 23/98 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.37, within a recent range of roughly $0.15 to

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

Is the Relicanth 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 Relicanth card?

As a Common card, Relicanth 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 Relicanth?

Yes. Relicanth appears on 18 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.