Golduck is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is featured in the Fossil set, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. The flavor text notes that Golduck is…
Set: Fossil
Number: 35/62
Rarity: Uncommon
Set
About the Golduck Pokémon Card
Golduck is a Water-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Fossil set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 35/62 and is classified as Uncommon. The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.
The card includes the flavor text: “Often seen swimming elegantly by lake shores. It is often mistaken for the Japanese monster, Kappa.”.
Golduck Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Golduck
Card number: 35/62
Set: Fossil
Series: Base
Rarity: Uncommon
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 70
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: October 10, 1999
National Pokédex number: 55
Why Collect the Golduck Pokémon Card?
Golduck is most often collected as part of a complete Fossil 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 Golduck Pokémon Card
Golduck was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Golduck Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Golduck is about $7.68. Recent listings range from roughly
.00 (low) to $96.95 (high), with a mid-point near $6.14. 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 +22% over the last 7 days and -5% 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 Golduck Pokémon Card
Whether Golduck 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 2,446 copies of this card, of which 485 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 19.8%. 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 Golduck Pokémon Card?
As an Uncommon card, Golduck sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,446 copies to date.
Other Printings of Golduck
Golduck appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 43 (around $99.06), Aquapolis 50 (around $44.97) and Sandstorm 17 (around $30.80).
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 Golduck Pokémon Card
The Golduck pokémon card is a Uncommon 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 $7.68; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Golduck card from?
Golduck is from the Fossil set (Base series), numbered 35/62 with the Uncommon rarity.
What rarity is the Golduck card?
Golduck is classified as Uncommon.
How much is the Golduck 35/62 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $7.68, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to $96.95. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Golduck card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,446 copies so far, with about 19.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Golduck?
PSA has graded 2,446 copies, of which 485 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 19.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Golduck card?
As an Uncommon card, Golduck sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.
When was the Fossil set released?
The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.
Are there other printings of Golduck?
Yes. Golduck appears on 19 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
