Poliwhirl #57
Base Set 2 · Pokémon TCG
Market Value (Raw)
$1.05
Price by Grade
Ungraded
$1.05
PSA 10
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PSA 9
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PSA 8
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BGS 10
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BGS 9.5
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CGC 10
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CGC 9.5
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SGC 10
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| Card Number | #57 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Type | Water |
| HP | 60 |
| Set | Base Set 2 |
Pokédex — poliwhirl
Poliwhirl #57 from the Base Set 2 set. Current raw market value: $1.05.Click the eBay button above to find this exact card on eBay UK.
Price History
Live90-day trendSimulated trend data for Poliwhirl #57. Prices are illustrative.
Investment Analysis
Current Value
$1.05
Market price (raw)
Price Range
$0.76 – $1.39
52-week estimate
Volatility
23%
High fluctuation
Market Trend
→ Stable
Short-term outlook
Analysis is algorithmically generated and should not be considered financial advice.
About Poliwhirl — Base Set 2
Poliwhirl is a Stage 1 card from the Base Set 2 set (card #57). It carries a rarity of Uncommon, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Water-type Pokémon, Poliwhirl brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.
Water-type Pokémon offer versatility with spread damage and energy acceleration. A staple in many competitive archetypes.
Poliwhirl is a Stage 1 Pokémon, evolved from a Basic form. Stage 1 Pokémon offer a significant power spike over their Basic counterparts and are crucial mid-game attackers.
With 60 HP, Poliwhirl has modest HP, typical of lower-stage or support Pokémon that rely on abilities rather than raw stats.
Rarity & Collectibility
Uncommon cards sit between commons and rares in pull rates. They're slightly harder to obtain than commons and can hold modest value, especially if the Pokémon is popular or the card features useful competitive abilities.
Poliwhirl Price Analysis
With a market value of $1.05, Poliwhirl represents an accessible mid-range card from the Base Set 2 set. Cards in this price range are excellent candidates for grading — if you can pull a pristine copy and submit it for PSA or CGC grading, the premium on a gem mint copy could deliver solid returns.
How to Buy Poliwhirl
The best way to find Poliwhirl at a fair price is to check live market data. Our price tracking aggregates completed eBay sales so you see what collectors actually pay — not inflated listing prices. Use the eBay button above to search for this exact card, or browse all Base Set 2 cards to compare prices across the set.
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Investment Scorecard
Moderate
Poliwhirl · Base Set 2
Not financial advice. This score is algorithmically generated from rarity, market data, and popularity signals. Always do your own research before purchasing.
Recent Sales Data
Last 8 completed transactions
Avg Sale
$63.41
▲ 51.0% vs market
| Date | Condition | Grade | Sale Price | vs Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2026 | Raw NM | Raw | $30.87 | ▼26.5% |
| Jul 8, 2026 | Raw LP | Raw | $34.78 | ▼17.2% |
| Jul 5, 2026 | PSA 10 | 10 | $93.70 | ▲123.1% |
| Jul 2, 2026 | PSA 9 | 9 | $66.78 | ▲59.0% |
| Jun 29, 2026 | PSA 8 | 8 | $81.40 | ▲93.8% |
| Jun 26, 2026 | BGS 9.5 | 9.5 | $94.67 | ▲125.4% |
| Jun 23, 2026 | CGC 9.5 | 9.5 | $59.22 | ▲41.0% |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Raw NM | Raw | $45.86 | ▲9.2% |
Sales data from eBay completed listings
