Barbaracle 23 / 124 Pokemon Card from Fates Collide Set
Barbaracle is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It is illustrated by artist Shin Nagasawa and is part of the Fates Collide set from the XY series,…
- Set: Fates Collide
- Number: 23/124
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Barbaracle Pokémon Card
Barbaracle is a Water-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Fates Collide set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 23/124 and is classified as Rare. The Fates Collide set was released on May 2, 2016.
The card includes the flavor text: “Barbaracle's legs and hands have minds of their own, and they will move independently. But they usually follow the head's orders.”.
Barbaracle Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Barbaracle
Card number: 23/124
Set: Fates Collide
Series: XY
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 100
Artist: Shin Nagasawa
Release date: May 2, 2016
National Pokédex number: 689
Why Collect the Barbaracle Pokémon Card?
Barbaracle is a solid addition to the Fates Collide 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 Barbaracle Pokémon Card
Barbaracle was illustrated by Shin Nagasawa.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Barbaracle Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Barbaracle is about $0.63. Recent listings range from roughly $0.19 (low) to
For context, the Fates Collide set has a median card value near $0.69 and an average near $9.38, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +45% over the last 7 days and +12% 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 Fates Collide set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Barbaracle Pokémon Card
Whether Barbaracle 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 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. 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 Barbaracle Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Barbaracle 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 copies to date.
Other Printings of Barbaracle
Barbaracle appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Flashfire 49 (around $0.75), Forbidden Light 67 (around $0.45) and Rebel Clash 104 (around $0.44).
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 Barbaracle Pokémon Card
The Barbaracle pokémon card is a Rare card from the Fates Collide set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Fates Collide set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.63; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Barbaracle card from?
Barbaracle is from the Fates Collide set (XY series), numbered 23/124 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Barbaracle card?
Barbaracle is classified as Rare.
How much is the Barbaracle 23/124 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.63, within a recent range of roughly $0.19 to
Is the Barbaracle 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 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Barbaracle?
PSA has graded 5 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Barbaracle card?
Rare cards like Barbaracle are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Fates Collide set released?
The Fates Collide set was released on May 2, 2016.
Are there other printings of Barbaracle?
Yes. Barbaracle appears on 6 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.