Larvitar – Emerald (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Larvitar (#52) is a Common card from EX - Emerald released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Nakaoka and the Dig Under attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.72, Cardmarket average sale is €0.31, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.72
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.20
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Emerald
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Nakaoka
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Pupitar
Attacks & Strategy
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Dig Under
[Fighting, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Larvitar from Emerald (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Nakaoka.
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 Larvitar 52 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Larvitar's Dig Under for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damag...
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald #52 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Common | $0.72 |
�📦 Emerald Set Context
This Larvitar is part of the Emerald expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Nakaoka, 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 Larvitar 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 Emerald are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Nakaoka resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Emerald
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Larvitar 52 was released in 2005 in the Emerald expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Nakaoka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Emerald is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Larvitar have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Larvitar 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Larvitar works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.