Cloyster 41 / 202 Pokemon Card from Sword & Shield Set
Cloyster is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 130 HP. It features artwork by MAHOU and is part of the Sword & Shield set, card number 41. The flavor text…
- Set: Sword & Shield
- Number: 41/202
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Cloyster Pokémon Card
Cloyster is a Water-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the Sword & Shield set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 41/202 and is classified as Rare. The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its shell is extremely hard. It cannot be shattered, even with a bomb. The shell opens only when it is attacking.”.
Cloyster Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Cloyster
Card number: 41/202
Set: Sword & Shield
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 130
Artist: MAHOU
Release date: February 7, 2020
National Pokédex number: 91
Why Collect the Cloyster Pokémon Card?
Cloyster is a solid addition to the Sword & Shield 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 Cloyster Pokémon Card
Cloyster was illustrated by MAHOU.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Cloyster Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Cloyster is about $0.46. Recent listings range from roughly $0.34 (low) to
For context, the Sword & Shield set has a median card value near $0.46 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Sword & Shield set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Cloyster Pokémon Card
Whether Cloyster 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 16 copies of this card, of which 7 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 43.8%. 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 Cloyster Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Cloyster 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 16 copies to date.
Other Printings of Cloyster
Cloyster appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Expedition Base Set 8 (around $91.38), FireRed & LeafGreen 20 (around $33.39) and Expedition Base Set 42 (around $31.15).
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 Cloyster Pokémon Card
The Cloyster pokémon card is a Rare card from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Sword & Shield set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.46; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Cloyster card from?
Cloyster is from the Sword & Shield set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 41/202 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Cloyster card?
Cloyster is classified as Rare.
How much is the Cloyster 41/202 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.46, within a recent range of roughly $0.34 to
Is the Cloyster card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 16 copies so far, with about 43.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Cloyster?
PSA has graded 16 copies, of which 7 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 43.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Cloyster card?
Rare cards like Cloyster are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Sword & Shield set released?
The Sword & Shield set was released on February 7, 2020.
Are there other printings of Cloyster?
Yes. Cloyster appears on 12 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.