Butterfree
Butterfree is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Base Set 2 (#34). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.54 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Butterfree suits collectors working on Base Set 2 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 Butterfree from Base Set 2?
Butterfree is a Pokémon card in Base Set 2 numbered 34. In battle, it flaps its wings at high speed to release highly toxic dust into the air. National Pokédex #12. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Butterfree worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.54 for Butterfree. Low and high spread runs $0.70 to $19.98. 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 | Base Set 2 |
|---|---|
| Number | 34 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.54 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.24 |
| Normal | $1.54 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Metapod |
| Whirlwind | ColorlessColorless 20 If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon.) |
| Mega Drain | GrassGrassGrassGrass 40 Remove a number of damage counters from Butterfree equal to half the damage done to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance) (rounded up to the nearest 10). If Butterfree has fewer damage counters than that, remove all of them. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Butterfree?
Butterfree is listed as Uncommon in Base Set 2. 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 Butterfree?
Catalog fields: set Base Set 2, 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
Butterfree from Base Set 2 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Butterfree is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Base Set 2, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.54.
- 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 $1.54 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Butterfree worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.54 for ungraded Butterfree from Base Set 2. 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 Butterfree from?
Butterfree is listed in Base Set 2 (Base) as card #34. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Butterfree?
Our catalog lists Butterfree as Uncommon in Base Set 2. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Butterfree good for collectors or players?
Butterfree includes gameplay stats in Base Set 2. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
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