2016 Pokemon XY Evolutions Poliwag #23/108
Poliwag (Pokemon) · The Pokemon Company (Nintendo) · Base Common
Player
Poliwag (Pokemon)
Set
Pokemon XY Evolutions
Year
2016
Card #
#23/108
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimated; Centering is slightly off-top to bottom, edges show minor whitening, corners appear relatively sharp despite low image resolution.
Category
Base Common
Manufacturer
The Pokemon Company (Nintendo)
Demand Level
Moderate; Though it is a common card, XY Evolutions has high nostalgic value for collectors, though supply for this specific common is extremely high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-18, PSA 10: $35-50
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on TCGPlayer range from $0.05 to $0.25 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $40, but anything below a 10 generally sells for less than the cost of the plastic slab.
Description
This is a 2016 Pokemon XY Evolutions Poliwag card. Part of the 20th Anniversary set, this card features the nostalgic 1999 Base Set design by artist Ken Sugimori. It features the 'Water Gun' attack and classic TADPOLE POKEMON statistics. The card has a non-holo finish with the modern 2016 copyright date at the bottom.
Key Features
Features the iconic 1999 retro design; Released as part of the highly popular 20th Anniversary XY Evolutions set; Features classic Ken Sugimori artwork.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font styles for the Pokemon Evolutions set; Proper copyright 2016 Pokemon styling; High confidence (95%) in authenticity as this is a low-value common card rarely faked.
Flaws to Note
Centering is heavy toward the bottom; Minor edge wear visible on the blue border; Potential surface micro-scratching typical of mass-produced modern sets.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in 'Common/Uncommon' bulk lots on eBay, or individually on TCGPlayer. Not recommended for major auction houses due to low individual value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually as the grading fees ($20+) significantly exceed the card's market value. Best used as a 'filler' card to complete sets or sold in a bundle with other XY Evolutions cards. Use a penny sleeve and top loader if selling individually to maintain current condition.