Caterpie #172

Caterpie is a Basic card from the 151 set (card #172). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Grass-type Pokémon, Caterpie brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Grass-type Pokémon are known for their healing abilities and status conditions. In the TCG, Grass types often feature in defensive and sustain-based decks.

Caterpie is a Basic Pokémon, meaning it can be played directly onto the bench without needing to evolve. Basic Pokémon form the foundation of any deck and are essential for getting your game started.

With 50 HP, Caterpie has modest HP, typical of lower-stage or support Pokémon that rely on abilities rather than raw stats.

At $21.24, Caterpie is a meaningful card in the 151 set. This price point makes it a worthwhile grading candidate — a PSA 10 could potentially double or triple the raw value. Use a grading estimator to assess whether submission is worth the cost.

From an investment perspective, Caterpie benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the 151 expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.