Chinchou 55 / 149 Pokemon Card from Boundaries Crossed Set

Chinchou — Boundaries Crossed 55/149 Pokémon TCG card

Chinchou is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is card number 55 in the Boundaries Crossed set from the Black &…

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About the Chinchou Pokémon Card

Chinchou is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Boundaries Crossed set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 55/149 and is classified as Common. The Boundaries Crossed set was released on November 7, 2012.

The card includes the flavor text: “It discharges positive and negative electricity from its antenna tips to shock its foes.”.

Chinchou Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Chinchou

Card number: 55/149

Set: Boundaries Crossed

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 60

Artist: Ken Sugimori

Release date: November 7, 2012

National Pokédex number: 170

Why Collect the Chinchou Pokémon Card?

Chinchou is most often collected as part of a complete Boundaries Crossed 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 Chinchou Pokémon Card

Chinchou was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.

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

Market Price and Value of the Chinchou Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Chinchou is about $0.53. Recent listings range from roughly $0.25 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.66. 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 Boundaries Crossed set has a median card value near

.50 and an average near
2.18, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -20% over the last 7 days and +11% 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 Boundaries Crossed set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Chinchou Pokémon Card

Whether Chinchou 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 Chinchou Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Chinchou 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 Chinchou

Chinchou appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 71 (around $30.00), Aquapolis 70 (around 9.59) and Legend Maker 50 (around

3.90).

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 Chinchou Pokémon Card

The Chinchou pokémon card is a Common card from the Boundaries Crossed set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Boundaries Crossed set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.53; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Chinchou card from?

Chinchou is from the Boundaries Crossed set (Black & White series), numbered 55/149 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Chinchou card?

Chinchou is classified as Common.

How much is the Chinchou 55/149 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.53, within a recent range of roughly $0.25 to

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

Is the Chinchou 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 Chinchou card?

As a Common card, Chinchou 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 Boundaries Crossed set released?

The Boundaries Crossed set was released on November 7, 2012.

Are there other printings of Chinchou?

Yes. Chinchou appears on 27 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.