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Butterfree 38/165

Name: Butterfree #38 - Expedition Base Set | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ecard1-38
Price: 20.82 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Expedition Base Set Released: Sep 15, 2002

Pokémon

Grass Type Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 40 packs (2.5%) Evolves From: Metapod

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20.82 $1.65 (8.61%)

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24.50 $0.16 (0.65%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	118.93	—	x5.7
PSA9	26.04	—	x1.3
PSA8	22.51	—	x1.1

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	354.33	7.88%	x14
PSA9	53.99	11.69%	x2.2
PSA8	22.14	—	x0.9
PSA7	32.64	—	x1.3

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Butterfree
National Pokédex #12
Card Number 38/165
Card RarityRare
IllustratorSumiyoshi Kizuki
Release Date15/09/2002
SeriesE-Card
Expansion Expedition Base Set
Evolves From
Metapod
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points80 HP
Weakness Fire ×2

Abilities

Poké-Power: Miraculous Powder
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may remove all Special Conditions from your Active Pokémon. This power can't be used if Butterfree is affected by a Special Condition.

Attacks

Spiral Drain40
Flip a coin. If heads, remove 2 damage counters from Butterfree.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Butterfree gliding gracefully through a colorful, whimsical sky dotted with bright circles. A smaller butterfly flutters nearby, while a quaint village rests peacefully below, blending nature and fantasy beautifully.

Playability Overview

Butterfree's ability to clear special conditions before attacking offers strategic resilience, while its Spiral Drain attack provides steady damage with potential self-healing, balancing offense and sustainability.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Fluttering DreamsThis Butterfree artwork captures a serene moment with its delicate wings spread wide, surrounded by a gentle floral backdrop. It deserves a spot on a "Tranquil Garden" page. Pair it with other Pokémon that embody a peaceful vibe, like Vileplume or Bellossom, to create a lovely garden scene.Additional Binder Suggestions: Meadow / Serene / Pastel / Pollination / Gentle Breeze