Butterfree
Butterfree is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#14). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.67 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Butterfree suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from Great Encounters.
What is Butterfree from Great Encounters?
Butterfree is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 14. It loves the honey of flowers and can locate flower patches that have even tiny amounts of pollen. National Pokédex #12. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 14 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Butterfree worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.67 for Butterfree. Low and high spread runs $60.00 to $82.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $8.67; Normal: $5.17. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 14 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 14 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $8.67 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.64 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $8.67 |
| Normal | $5.17 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Metapod |
| Parallel Drain | Grass 30 After your attack, remove from 1 of your Pokémon the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Dozing Scales | GrassGrassColorless 60 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. |
| Weakness | Fire +30 |
How collectible is Butterfree?
Butterfree is listed as Rare in Great Encounters. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 14 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Butterfree?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 14 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2008.
Cactaur's take
Butterfree from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Butterfree is catalogued as Rare printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $8.67 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $8.67; Normal: $5.17).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $8.67 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 $8.67 for ungraded Butterfree from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Butterfree from?
Butterfree is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #14. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Butterfree?
Our catalog lists Butterfree as Rare in Great Encounters. 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 Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Great Encounters.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Butterfree?
Finish variants of Butterfree carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $8.67; Normal: $5.17 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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