Caterpie – Base Set 2 (#68)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Caterpie (#68) is a Common card from Base - Base Set 2 released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the String Shot attack (10 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.47, Cardmarket average sale is €0.35, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.47
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.34
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Base Set 2
- Card Number
- 68
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Metapod
Attacks & Strategy
-
String Shot
[Grass]
— 10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Caterpie from Base Set 2 (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Caterpie 68 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Caterpie's String Shot deals 10 damage for Grass energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Caterpie Cards
Looking for other Caterpie cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Set 2 #68 ← Current | 40 | 1 attack | Common | $0.47 |
�📦 Base Set 2 Set Context
This Caterpie is part of the Base Set 2 expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Caterpie card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Common cards from Base Set 2 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Caterpie 68 was released in 2000 in the Base Set 2 expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Base Set 2 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Caterpie have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Caterpie card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Caterpie works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.