Shelgon
Shelgon is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Dragon (#42). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.38 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Shelgon suits collectors working on Dragon 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 Shelgon from Dragon?
Shelgon is a Pokémon card in Dragon numbered 42. It evolves from Bagon. National Pokédex #372. 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.
What is Shelgon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.38 for Shelgon. Low and high spread runs $3.47 to $60.37. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $7.38; Normal: $1.72. 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 | Dragon |
|---|---|
| Number | 42 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $7.38 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.96 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $7.38 |
| Normal | $1.72 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Bagon |
| Granite Head | WaterColorless 20 Damage done to Shelgon by an opponent's attack is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance) during your opponent's next turn. |
| Flare | FireColorlessColorless 40 |
How collectible is Shelgon?
Shelgon is listed as Uncommon in Dragon. 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 Shelgon?
Catalog fields: set Dragon, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Shelgon from Dragon should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Shelgon is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Dragon, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $7.38 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $7.38; Normal: $1.72).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori 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 $7.38 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Shelgon worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.38 for ungraded Shelgon from Dragon. 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 Shelgon from?
Shelgon is listed in Dragon (EX) as card #42. 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 Shelgon?
Our catalog lists Shelgon as Uncommon in Dragon. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Shelgon good for collectors or players?
Shelgon includes gameplay stats in Dragon. 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 Shelgon?
Finish variants of Shelgon carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $7.38; Normal: $1.72 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.