Cloyster
Cloyster is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Fossil (#32). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.17 for ungraded copies. The set released in 1999. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Cloyster suits collectors working on Fossil who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Cloyster from Fossil?
Cloyster is a Pokémon card in Fossil numbered 32. When attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen. National Pokédex #91. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Cloyster worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.17 for Cloyster. Low and high spread runs $0.22 to $50.00. Per-finish references: unlimited: $1.17; 1stEdition: $6.60. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Fossil |
|---|---|
| Number | 32 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.17 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.08 |
| unlimited | $1.17 |
| 1stEdition | $6.60 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Shellder |
| Clamp | WaterWater 30 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage). |
| Spike Cannon | WaterWater 30× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Cloyster?
Cloyster is listed as Uncommon in Fossil. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Cloyster?
Catalog fields: set Fossil, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Cloyster from Fossil should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Cloyster is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Fossil, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.17 across finishes (unlimited: $1.17; 1stEdition: $6.60).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.17 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Cloyster worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.17 for ungraded Cloyster from Fossil. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Cloyster from?
Cloyster is listed in Fossil (Base) as card #32. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Cloyster?
Our catalog lists Cloyster as Uncommon in Fossil. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Cloyster good for collectors or players?
Cloyster includes gameplay stats in Fossil. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Cloyster?
Finish variants of Cloyster carry separate market listings. unlimited: $1.17; 1stEdition: $6.60 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.