Goldeen is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 40 HP. It is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and is part of the Jungle set from the vintage era (1999). Its flavor…
Set: Jungle
Number: 53/64
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Goldeen Pokémon Card
Goldeen is a Water-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Jungle set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 53/64 and is classified as Common. The Jungle set was released on June 16, 1999.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its tail fin billows like an elegant ballroom dress, giving it the nickname "Water Queen."”.
Goldeen Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Goldeen
Card number: 53/64
Set: Jungle
Series: Base
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 40
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: June 16, 1999
National Pokédex number: 118
Why Collect the Goldeen Pokémon Card?
Goldeen is most often collected as part of a complete Jungle 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 Goldeen Pokémon Card
Goldeen 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 Goldeen Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Goldeen is about
.38. Recent listings range from roughly $0.47 (low) to $4,321 (high), with a mid-point near .19. 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 Jungle set has a median card value near
4.98 and an average near $42.14, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +69% over the last 7 days and +7% 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 Jungle set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Goldeen Pokémon Card
Whether Goldeen 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 3,327 copies of this card, of which 977 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 29.4%. 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 Goldeen Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Goldeen was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 3,327 copies to date.
Other Printings of Goldeen
Goldeen appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 78 (around
8.09), Deoxys 61 (around
6.59) and Expedition Base Set 111 (around
2.02).
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 Goldeen Pokémon Card
The Goldeen pokémon card is a Common card from the Jungle set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Jungle set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.38; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Goldeen card from?
Goldeen is from the Jungle set (Base series), numbered 53/64 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Goldeen card?
Goldeen is classified as Common.
How much is the Goldeen 53/64 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.38, within a recent range of roughly $0.47 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Goldeen card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3,327 copies so far, with about 29.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Goldeen?
PSA has graded 3,327 copies, of which 977 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 29.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Goldeen card?
As a Common card, Goldeen was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Jungle set released?
The Jungle set was released on June 16, 1999.
Are there other printings of Goldeen?
Yes. Goldeen appears on 18 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
