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Caterpie 63/106

Name: Caterpie #63 - Great Encounters | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: dp4-63
Price: 0.59 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Great Encounters Released: Feb 1, 2008

Pokémon

Grass Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 7.6 packs (13.2%) Evolves To: Metapod

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0.59 $0.01 (1.72%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	6.00	—	x10

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA10	750.00	—	x55
PSA8	20.50	—	x1.5

About Caterpie

It releases a stench from its red antenna to repel enemies. It grows by molting repeatedly.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Caterpie
National Pokédex #10
Card Number 63/106
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorMidori Harada
Release Date01/02/2008
SeriesDiamond & Pearl
Expansion Great Encounters
Evolves To
Metapod
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points40 HP
Weakness Fire +10
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Abilities

Poké-Power: Pupate
Once during your turn (before your attack), if Caterpie is your Active Pokémon, you may flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a card that evolves from Caterpie and put it onto Caterpie. (This counts as evolving Caterpie.) Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Caterpie is affected by a Special Condition.

Attacks

Tackle20

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts a plump, green Caterpie resting on a tree branch, its large eyes alert and red antenna raised, surrounded by bare branches that evoke a quiet, natural forest setting.

Playability Overview

Caterpie's Pupate ability offers strategic deck acceleration through evolving mid-game, but its reliance on a coin flip and low HP limits its impact outside of a well-supported evolution line.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Caterpillar DreamsThis Caterpie artwork has a charming, whimsical feel with its vibrant greens and the gentle curve of its body. It would fit perfectly in a "Garden Friends" section. Arrange it alongside other bug types or grassy Pokémon that evoke a serene, nature-inspired vibe. You might even consider placing it near cards with floral backgrounds for a cohesive look.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Playful / Bright Green / Bug Life / Nature's Embrace