Slowbro 43 / 62 Pokemon Card from Fossil Set

Slowbro is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and is card number 43 from the Fossil set, part of the vintage…

Set: Fossil
Number: 43/62
Rarity: Uncommon

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About the Slowbro Pokémon Card

Slowbro is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Fossil set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 43/62 and is classified as Uncommon. The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.

The card includes the flavor text: “The Shellder that is latched onto Slowpoke's tail is said to feed on the host's left-over scraps.”.

Slowbro Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Slowbro

Card number: 43/62

Set: Fossil

Series: Base

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Psychic

HP: 60

Artist: Kagemaru Himeno

Release date: October 10, 1999

National Pokédex number: 80

Why Collect the Slowbro Pokémon Card?

Slowbro 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 Slowbro Pokémon Card

Slowbro 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 Slowbro Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Slowbro is about

2.70. Recent listings range from roughly $7.79 (low) to $59.99 (high), with a mid-point near

3.05. 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 +64% over the last 7 days and +69% 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 Slowbro Pokémon Card

Whether Slowbro 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 2,725 copies of this card, of which 500 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.3%. 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 Slowbro Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Slowbro sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,725 copies to date.

Other Printings of Slowbro

Slowbro appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 33 (around

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Slowbro card from?

Slowbro is from the Fossil set (Base series), numbered 43/62 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Slowbro card?

Slowbro is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Slowbro 43/62 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

2.70, within a recent range of roughly $7.79 to $59.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Slowbro card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,725 copies so far, with about 18.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Slowbro?

PSA has graded 2,725 copies, of which 500 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Slowbro card?