Cacnea
Cacnea is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#62). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.28 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?
Cacnea suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Common 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 Cacnea from Great Encounters?
Cacnea is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 62. By storing water in its body, this desert dweller can survive 30 days without water. National Pokédex #331. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 62 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Cacnea worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.28 for Cacnea. Low and high spread runs $0.78 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.28; Normal: $0.33. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 62 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 62 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.28 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.09 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.28 |
| Normal | $0.33 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Sand Attack | Colorless If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing. |
| Poison Sting | GrassColorless 20 The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. |
| Weakness | Fire +10 |
How collectible is Cacnea?
Cacnea is listed as Common 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 62 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Cacnea?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Common. Illustrated by Saya Tsuruta. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 62 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2008.
Cactaur's take
Cacnea from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Cacnea is catalogued as Common printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.28 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.28; Normal: $0.33).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.28 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Cacnea worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.28 for ungraded Cacnea from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Cacnea from?
Cacnea is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #62. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Cacnea?
Our catalog lists Cacnea as Common in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Cacnea good for collectors or players?
Cacnea 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 Cacnea?
Finish variants of Cacnea carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.28; Normal: $0.33 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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