Whirlipede 73 / 149 Pokemon Card from Boundaries Crossed Set
Whirlipede is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It is illustrated by the artist match and is card number 73 in the Boundaries Crossed set from the…
- Set: Boundaries Crossed
- Number: 73/149
- Rarity: Uncommon
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About the Whirlipede Pokémon Card
Whirlipede is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Boundaries Crossed set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 73/149 and is classified as Uncommon. The Boundaries Crossed set was released on November 7, 2012.
The card includes the flavor text: “Storing energy for evolution, it sits. But, when predators approach, it moves to stab them with poison spikes.”.
Whirlipede Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Whirlipede
Card number: 73/149
Set: Boundaries Crossed
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Uncommon
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Psychic
HP: 100
Artist: match
Release date: November 7, 2012
National Pokédex number: 544
Why Collect the Whirlipede Pokémon Card?
Whirlipede 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 Whirlipede Pokémon Card
Whirlipede was illustrated by match.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Whirlipede Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Whirlipede is about $3.79. Recent listings range from roughly $0.50 (low) to
For context, the Boundaries Crossed set has a median card value near
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 Whirlipede Pokémon Card
Whether Whirlipede 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 Whirlipede Pokémon Card?
As an Uncommon card, Whirlipede sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Other Printings of Whirlipede
Whirlipede appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Black Bolt 133 (around $7.69), Black & White 53 (around