Butterfree 3 / 68 Pokemon Card from Hidden Fates Set
Butterfree is a Stage 2 Pokémon card from the Hidden Fates set in the Sun & Moon series. It has 130 HP and is classified as a Grass type. The card features…
Set: Hidden Fates
Number: 3/68
Rarity: Rare
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About the Butterfree Pokémon Card
Butterfree is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the Hidden Fates set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 3/68 and is classified as Rare. The Hidden Fates set was released on August 23, 2019.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its wings are covered in toxic scales. If it finds bird Pokémon going after Caterpie, Butterfree sprinkles its scales on them to drive them off.”.
Butterfree Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Butterfree
Card number: 3/68
Set: Hidden Fates
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Grass
HP: 130
Artist: Masakazu Fukuda
Release date: August 23, 2019
National Pokédex number: 12
Why Collect the Butterfree Pokémon Card?
Butterfree is a solid addition to the Hidden Fates 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 Butterfree Pokémon Card
Butterfree was illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Butterfree Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Butterfree is about $0.79. Recent listings range from roughly $0.59 (low) to
.25 (high), with a mid-point near $0.83. 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 Hidden Fates set has a median card value near $0.73 and an average near $5.21, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +6% over the last 7 days and -15% 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 Hidden Fates set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Butterfree Pokémon Card
Whether Butterfree 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.
How Rare Is the Butterfree Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Butterfree are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Butterfree
Butterfree appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 5 (around
53), Legendary Collection 21 (around
41) and FireRed & LeafGreen 2 (around $42.00).
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 Butterfree Pokémon Card
The Butterfree pokémon card is a Rare card from the Hidden Fates set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Hidden Fates set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.79; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Butterfree card from?
Butterfree is from the Hidden Fates set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 3/68 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Butterfree card?
Butterfree is classified as Rare.
How much is the Butterfree 3/68 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.79, within a recent range of roughly $0.59 to
.25. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Butterfree card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Butterfree card?
Rare cards like Butterfree are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Hidden Fates set released?
The Hidden Fates set was released on August 23, 2019.
Are there other printings of Butterfree?
Yes. Butterfree appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
