Cloyster
Cloyster is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from XY-By: Collection Y (#017). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.90 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2013. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Cloyster suits collectors working on XY-By: Collection Y who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y.
What is Cloyster from XY-By: Collection Y?
Cloyster is a Pokémon TCG card in XY-By: Collection Y numbered 017. Cloyster from XY-By: Collection Y should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Cloyster worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.90 for Cloyster. Low and high spread varies by finish. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2013.
| Set | XY-By: Collection Y |
|---|---|
| Number | 017 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.90 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| Normal | — justtcg · 2026-09-21 |
How collectible is Cloyster?
Cloyster is listed as Uncommon in XY-By: Collection Y. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Cloyster?
Catalog fields: set XY-By: Collection Y, rarity Uncommon. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2013.
Cactaur's take
Cloyster from XY-By: Collection Y should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Cloyster is catalogued as Uncommon printing in XY-By: Collection Y, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.90.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $2.90 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Cloyster worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.90 for ungraded Cloyster from XY-By: Collection Y. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Cloyster from?
Cloyster is listed in XY-By: Collection Y as card #017. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y.
How rare is Cloyster?
Our catalog lists Cloyster as Uncommon in XY-By: Collection Y. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Cloyster good for collectors or players?
Cloyster is primarily a collector reference in XY-By: Collection Y. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. This printing is from XY-By: Collection Y.