Poliwhirl 57/130

Name: Poliwhirl #57 - Base Set 2 | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base4-57
Price: 1.04 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Base Set 2 Released: Feb 24, 2000

Pokémon

Water Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 14 packs (7.1%) Evolves From: Poliwag Evolves To: Poliwrath, Politoed

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1.04 $0.02 (1.89%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	52.83	—	x51
PSA9	28.59	8.89%	x27
PSA8	18.58	—	x18

About Poliwhirl

Capable of living in or out of water. When out of water, it sweats to keep its body slimy.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Poliwhirl
National Pokédex #61
Card Number 57/130
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorKen Sugimori
Release Date24/02/2000
SeriesBase
Expansion Base Set 2
Evolves From
Poliwag
Evolves To
Poliwrath, Politoed
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Amnesia
Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn.
Doubleslap30×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Poliwhirl standing confidently in a watery environment, its spiral-patterned belly prominent and limbs raised, ready to engage in battle with determination and unwavering focus.

Playability Overview

Poliwhirl offers strategic value by disabling key attacks with Amnesia while providing a moderate damage output through Doubleslap, though its reliance on coin flips can make it unpredictable.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Pond PlaytimeThis Poliwhirl card radiates a playful vibe with its swirly patterns and the aquatic background. It would fit perfectly on a "Water Fun" page alongside other water types like Psyduck and Goldeen. The bright blues and whimsical art style really capture that cheerful pond atmosphere.Additional Binder Suggestions: Pond / Playful / Bright Blue / Water Games / Tadpole Life