Blastoise & Piplup-GX 38 / 236 Pokemon Card from Cosmic Eclipse Set
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is a Water-type Pokémon card with 270 HP. It is a Basic TAG TEAM GX card from the Cosmic Eclipse set, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.…
- Set: Cosmic Eclipse
- Number: 38/236
- Rarity: Rare Holo GX
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About the Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is a Water-type Pokémon card with 270 HP from the Cosmic Eclipse set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 38/236 and is classified as Rare Holo GX. The Cosmic Eclipse set was released on November 1, 2019.
Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Blastoise & Piplup-GX
Card number: 38/236
Set: Cosmic Eclipse
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Holo GX
Subtypes: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
Type: Water
HP: 270
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: November 1, 2019
National Pokédex numbers: 9, 393
Why Collect the Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card?
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is a solid addition to the Cosmic Eclipse 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 Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card
Blastoise & Piplup-GX 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 Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Blastoise & Piplup-GX is about $81.61. Recent listings range from roughly $69.97 (low) to
For context, the Cosmic Eclipse 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 Cosmic Eclipse set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card
Whether Blastoise & Piplup-GX 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.
PSA has graded 5,417 copies of this card, of which 1,645 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 30.4%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo GX cards like Blastoise & Piplup-GX are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 5,417 copies to date.
Other Printings of Blastoise & Piplup-GX
Blastoise & Piplup-GX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Cosmic Eclipse 215 (around $437), Cosmic Eclipse 253 (around
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 Blastoise & Piplup-GX Pokémon Card
The Blastoise & Piplup-GX pokémon card is a Rare Holo GX card from the Cosmic Eclipse set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Cosmic Eclipse set. Its current aggregated market price is about $81.61; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Blastoise & Piplup-GX card from?
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is from the Cosmic Eclipse set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 38/236 with the Rare Holo GX rarity.
What rarity is the Blastoise & Piplup-GX card?
Blastoise & Piplup-GX is classified as Rare Holo GX.
How much is the Blastoise & Piplup-GX 38/236 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $81.61, within a recent range of roughly $69.97 to
Is the Blastoise & Piplup-GX card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 5,417 copies so far, with about 30.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Blastoise & Piplup-GX?
PSA has graded 5,417 copies, of which 1,645 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 30.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Blastoise & Piplup-GX card?
Rare Holo GX cards like Blastoise & Piplup-GX are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Cosmic Eclipse set released?
The Cosmic Eclipse set was released on November 1, 2019.
Are there other printings of Blastoise & Piplup-GX?
Yes. Blastoise & Piplup-GX appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.