Articuno is a Basic Pokémon card from the Fossil set, numbered 17. It has 70 HP and is classified as a Water type. The card features artwork by Mitsuhiro…
Set: Fossil
Number: 17/62
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Articuno Pokémon Card
Articuno is a Water-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Fossil set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 17/62 and is classified as Rare. The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.
The card includes the flavor text: “A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains.”.
Articuno Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Articuno
Card number: 17/62
Set: Fossil
Series: Base
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 70
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: October 10, 1999
National Pokédex number: 144
Why Collect the Articuno Pokémon Card?
Articuno is a solid addition to the Fossil 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 Articuno Pokémon Card
Articuno 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 Articuno Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Articuno is about
4.41. Recent listings range from roughly 5.99 (low) to $4,321 (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 Fossil set has a median card value near
3.12 and an average near $43.79, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -7% over the last 7 days and -8% 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 Fossil set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Articuno Pokémon Card
Whether Articuno 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 3,688 copies of this card, of which 477 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 12.9%. 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 Articuno Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Articuno 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 3,688 copies to date.
Other Printings of Articuno
Articuno appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 2 (around $750), Supreme Victors 148 (around $330) and Skyridge H3 (around
55).
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 Articuno Pokémon Card
The Articuno pokémon card is a Rare card from the Fossil set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Fossil set. Its current aggregated market price is about 4.41; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Articuno card from?
Articuno is from the Fossil set (Base series), numbered 17/62 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Articuno card?
Articuno is classified as Rare.
How much is the Articuno 17/62 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
4.41, within a recent range of roughly 5.99 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Articuno card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3,688 copies so far, with about 12.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Articuno?
PSA has graded 3,688 copies, of which 477 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 12.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Articuno card?
Rare cards like Articuno are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Fossil set released?
The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.
Are there other printings of Articuno?
Yes. Articuno appears on 28 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
