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Wartortle 42/95

Set: HS—Unleashed Released: May 12, 2010

Pokémon: Wartortle

Water Type Uncommon Illustrator: Masakazu Fukuda Pull Rate:1 in 9.3 packs (10.8%) Evolves From: Squirtle Evolves To: Blastoise

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3.79 $0.30 (8.60%)

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18.25 $0.54 (2.87%)

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Wartortle 42/95 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	87.71	—	x23
PSA9	37.21	—	x9.8
PSA8	10.20	—	x2.7
PSA7	14.00	—	x3.7

Wartortle 42/95 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
3
9.38%
$87.71
PSA 9 Mint
11
34.38%
$37.21
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
8
25.00%
$10.20
PSA 7 Near Mint
4
12.50%
$14.00
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
5
15.63%
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PSA 5 Excellent
0
0.00%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
1
3.13%
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PSA 3 Very Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
0
0.00%
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Is Wartortle 42/95 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $3.79 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $36.54

$3.79

Raw

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$14

PSA 7 −$19.61

$10.20

PSA 8 −$22.92

$37.21

PSA 9 +$0.58

$87.71

PSA 10 +$44.52

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $3.79 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Wartortle 42/95 Population Report

About Wartortle

It is a well-established symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Wartortle
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[8]
Card Number 42/95
Card RarityUncommon
Pull Rate1 in 9.3 packs (10.8%)
IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
LanguageEnglish
Release Date12/05/2010
SeriesHeartGold & SoulSilver
Expansion HS—Unleashed
Evolves From
Squirtle
Evolves To
Blastoise
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points80 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Water Arrow
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Surf50

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Wartortle leaping with energy, water swirling powerfully around, while a blue flag flutters nearby amidst a lush forest under a bright sky, capturing dynamic movement and aquatic strength.

Playability Overview

Wartortle offers versatile pressure by targeting any opponent's Pokémon with Water Arrow and delivering solid damage with Surf, making it a reliable stage 1 option for consistent board control.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Aqua AdventureThis Wartortle exudes a playful vibe with its dynamic pose and splashing water. I’d recommend placing it on a page dedicated to aquatic fun, ideally near other playful Water types. The vibrant blues and soft outlines create a friendly atmosphere, perfect for a row filled with cheerful water Pokémon.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Playful / Bright Blue / Water Play / Turtle Time

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Wartortle 42/95

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Wartortle 42/95 Graded Prices

Wartortle 42/95 Population Report

Is Wartortle 42/95 worth grading?

About Wartortle

Card Details

Card Attributes

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Wartortle #42/95 Discussion

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