Metapod #87
Expedition Base Set · Pokémon TCG
Market Value (Raw)
$8.81
Price by Grade
Ungraded
$8.81
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 | #87 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| Type | Grass |
| HP | 60 |
| Set | Expedition Base Set |
Pokédex — metapod
Cocoon Pokémon
Type
Weakness
Evolution
This POKéMON is vulnerable to attack while its shell is soft, exposing its weak and tender body.
Metapod #87 from the Expedition Base Set set. Current raw market value: $8.81.Click the eBay button above to find this exact card on eBay UK.
Price History
Live90-day trendSimulated trend data for Metapod #87. Prices are illustrative.
Investment Analysis
Current Value
$8.81
Market price (raw)
Price Range
$6.59 – $11.29
52-week estimate
Volatility
11%
Relatively stable
Market Trend
→ Stable
Short-term outlook
Analysis is algorithmically generated and should not be considered financial advice.
About Metapod — Expedition Base Set
Metapod is a Stage 1 card from the Expedition Base Set set (card #87). It carries a rarity of Uncommon, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Grass-type Pokémon, Metapod 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.
Metapod 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, Metapod 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.
Metapod Price Analysis
With a market value of $8.81, Metapod represents an accessible mid-range card from the Expedition Base Set 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 Metapod
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Investment Scorecard
Moderate
Metapod · Expedition Base Set
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
$55.02
▲ 52.8% vs market
| Date | Condition | Grade | Sale Price | vs Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | Raw NM | Raw | $26.21 | ▼27.2% |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Raw LP | Raw | $28.93 | ▼19.6% |
| Jul 7, 2026 | PSA 10 | 10 | $86.94 | ▲141.5% |
| Jul 4, 2026 | PSA 9 | 9 | $53.46 | ▲48.5% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | PSA 8 | 8 | $72.50 | ▲101.4% |
| Jun 28, 2026 | BGS 9.5 | 9.5 | $82.80 | ▲130.0% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | CGC 9.5 | 9.5 | $50.76 | ▲41.0% |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Raw NM | Raw | $38.54 | ▲7.1% |
Sales data from eBay completed listings
