Shellder 129 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Shellder is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 50 HP. It is part of the Expedition Base Set from the E-Card series, released in the vintage era (2002). The card…
Set: Expedition Base Set
Number: 129/165
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Shellder Pokémon Card
Shellder is a Water-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 129/165 and is classified as Common. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Shellder Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Shellder
Card number: 129/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 50
Artist: Sumiyoshi Kizuki
Release date: September 15, 2002
National Pokédex number: 90
Why Collect the Shellder Pokémon Card?
Shellder is most often collected as part of a complete Expedition Base Set 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 Shellder Pokémon Card
Shellder was illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Shellder Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Shellder is about
7.36. Recent listings range from roughly
9.99 (low) to
60 (high), with a mid-point near $99.99. 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 Expedition Base Set set has a median card value near $45.00 and an average near $83.63, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -81% over the last 7 days and -81% 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 Expedition Base Set set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Shellder Pokémon Card
Whether Shellder 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 237 copies of this card, of which 61 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 25.7%. 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 Shellder Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Shellder 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.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 237 copies to date.
Other Printings of Shellder
Shellder appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include FireRed & LeafGreen 79 (around 0.22), Secret Wonders 105 (around .99) and Fossil 54 (around
.84).
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 Shellder Pokémon Card
The Shellder pokémon card is a Common card from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Expedition Base Set set. Its current aggregated market price is about
7.36; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Shellder card from?
Shellder is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 129/165 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Shellder card?
Shellder is classified as Common.
How much is the Shellder 129/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
7.36, within a recent range of roughly
9.99 to
60. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Shellder card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 237 copies so far, with about 25.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Shellder?
PSA has graded 237 copies, of which 61 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 25.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Shellder card?
As a Common card, Shellder 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 Expedition Base Set set released?
The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Are there other printings of Shellder?
Yes. Shellder appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
