Crustle 85 / 149 Pokemon Card from Boundaries Crossed Set
Crustle is a Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is part of the Boundaries Crossed set in the Black & White…
Set: Boundaries Crossed
Number: 85/149
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Crustle Pokémon Card
Crustle is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Boundaries Crossed set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 85/149 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Boundaries Crossed set was released on November 7, 2012.
The card includes the flavor text: “When its boulder is broken in battles for territory, it feels unsure and begins to weaken.”.
Crustle Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Crustle
Card number: 85/149
Set: Boundaries Crossed
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Fighting
HP: 100
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: November 7, 2012
National Pokédex number: 558
Why Collect the Crustle Pokémon Card?
Crustle is a solid addition to the Boundaries Crossed set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Crustle Pokémon Card
Crustle was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Crustle Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Crustle is about $5.32. Recent listings range from roughly $3.72 (low) to $53.70 (high), with a mid-point near $7.10. 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 -70% over the last 7 days and -69% 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 Crustle Pokémon Card
Whether Crustle 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 Crustle Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Crustle are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Crustle
Crustle appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Black Bolt 130 (around $7.06), Paradox Rift 183 (around $5.32) and Destined Rivals 186 (around $4.42).
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 Crustle Pokémon Card
The Crustle pokémon card is a Rare Holo 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 $5.32; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Crustle card from?
Crustle is from the Boundaries Crossed set (Black & White series), numbered 85/149 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Crustle card?
Crustle is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Crustle 85/149 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $5.32, within a recent range of roughly $3.72 to $53.70. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Crustle 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 Crustle card?
Rare Holo cards like Crustle are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Boundaries Crossed set released?
The Boundaries Crossed set was released on November 7, 2012.
Are there other printings of Crustle?
Yes. Crustle appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
