Krabby 51/62

Name: Krabby #51 - Fossil | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base3-51
Price: 2.56 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Fossil Released: Oct 10, 1999

Pokémon

Water Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 2.3 packs (43.5%) Evolves To: Kingler

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first Edition

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2.56 $0.02 (0.78%)

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unlimited

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0.43 $0.02 (4.88%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	201.33	12.16%	x79
PSA9	31.47	5.78%	x12
PSA8	21.02	12.71%	x8.2
PSA7	21.41	16.68%	x8.4

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	102.76	1.56%	x239
PSA9	719.20	19.87%	x1,673
PSA8.5	41.00	—	x95
PSA8	189.81	—	x441
PSA7	150.67	—	x350

About Krabby

Its pincers are not only powerful weapons, they are used for balance when walking sideways.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Krabby
National Pokédex #98
Card Number 51/62
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
Release Date10/10/1999
SeriesBase
Expansion Fossil
Evolves To
Kingler
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points50 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Call for Family
Search your deck for a Basic Pokémon named Krabby and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward. (You can't use this attack if your Bench if full.)
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Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Krabby scuttling across a sandy shore, its large red pincers raised defensively as it navigates the beach under a bright, slightly cloudy sky.

Playability Overview

Krabby’s "Call for Family" attack enables bench stacking and early board presence, making it valuable for building momentum despite its low HP and modest damage output.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Coastal CrittersThis Krabby card really captures that beach vibe with its bright blue background and playful pose. It deserves a spot on a "Tidal Zone" page, where other water-type Pokémon with beachy art can hang out together. Pair it with cards that evoke seaside fun, like Seel or Tentacool.Additional Binder Suggestions: Shoreline / Playful / Bright Colors / Beach Day / Crab Life