Caterpie
Caterpie is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#63). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.76 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Caterpie 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. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Caterpie from Great Encounters?
Caterpie is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 63. It releases a stench from its red antenna to repel enemies. It grows by molting repeatedly. National Pokédex #10. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Caterpie worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.76 for Caterpie. Low and high spread runs $5.81 to $362.88. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $13.76; Normal: $0.58. 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 | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 63 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $13.76 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.24 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $13.76 |
| Normal | $0.58 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Tackle | Grass 20 |
| Pupate | Once during your turn (before your attack), if Caterpie is your Active Pokémon, you may flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a card that evolves from Caterpie and put it onto Caterpie. (This counts as evolving Caterpie.) Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Caterpie is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Fire +10 |
How collectible is Caterpie?
Caterpie 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. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Caterpie?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Common. Illustrated by Midori Harada. 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
Caterpie from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Caterpie is catalogued as Common printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $13.76 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $13.76; Normal: $0.58).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $13.76 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Caterpie worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.76 for ungraded Caterpie from Great Encounters. 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 Caterpie from?
Caterpie is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #63. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Caterpie?
Our catalog lists Caterpie as Common in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Caterpie good for collectors or players?
Caterpie includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. 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 Caterpie?
Finish variants of Caterpie carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $13.76; Normal: $0.58 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.