Shellder
Shellder is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Fossil (#54). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.46 for ungraded copies. The set released in 1999. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Shellder suits collectors working on Fossil who need the Common 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 Shellder from Fossil?
Shellder is a Pokémon card in Fossil numbered 54. Its hard shell repels any kind of attack. It is vulnerable only when its shell is open. National Pokédex #90. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Shellder worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.46 for Shellder. Low and high spread runs $0.10 to $32483.12. Per-finish references: unlimited: $0.46; 1stEdition: $1.80. 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 | 54 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.46 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.22 |
| unlimited | $0.46 |
| 1stEdition | $1.80 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 30 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Supersonic | Water Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. |
| Hide in Shell | Water Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Shellder during your opponent's next turn. (Any other effects of attacks still happen.) |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Shellder?
Shellder is listed as Common 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 Shellder?
Catalog fields: set Fossil, rarity Common. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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
Shellder from Fossil should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Shellder is catalogued as Common printing in Fossil, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.46 across finishes (unlimited: $0.46; 1stEdition: $1.80).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita 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 $0.46 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Shellder worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.46 for ungraded Shellder 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 Shellder from?
Shellder is listed in Fossil (Base) as card #54. 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 Shellder?
Our catalog lists Shellder as Common in Fossil. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Shellder good for collectors or players?
Shellder 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 Shellder?
Finish variants of Shellder carry separate market listings. unlimited: $0.46; 1stEdition: $1.80 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.