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Butterfree - Neo Discovery (#19)
- Number
- 19
- Illustrator
- Atsuko Nishida
- Energy
- Grass
It collects honey every day. It rubs honey onto the hairs on its legs to carry it back to its nest.
Butterfree - Neo Discovery
Butterfree is a Rare Pokémon card from the Neo Discovery Pokémon TCG set, released 2001, illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. It sits at card number 19 in the Neo Discovery checklist, classified as a Grass-type Pokémon with 80 HP and the Stage 2 subtype.
In collector terms, this is a standard rare. The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $34.98. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Butterfree has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#19 in Neo Discovery) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 79Strong
Strong market heat, era strength.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 1988m ago
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Market price history
Sale History 64 sales · since 2021-01-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
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| RAW | $3.92 | ||
| RAW | $2.88 | ||
| RAW | $2.84 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $4.01 | ||
| RAW | $3.14 | ||
| RAW | $2.74 | ||
| RAW | $5.61 | ||
| RAW | $3.09 | ||
| RAW | $3.16 | ||
| RAW | $3.18 | ||
| RAW | $4.04 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $4.10 | ||
| RAW | $4.68 | ||
| RAW | $3.49 | ||
| RAW | $3.33 | ||
| RAW | $3.84 | ||
| RAW | $3.38 | ||
| RAW | $3.40 | ||
| RAW | $2.96 | ||
| RAW | $2.85 | ||
| RAW | $3.47 | ||
| RAW | $3.16 | ||
| RAW | $2.88 | ||
| RAW | $3.87 | ||
| RAW | $4.78 | ||
| RAW | $3.80 | ||
| RAW | $3.90 | ||
| RAW | $4.20 | ||
| RAW | $3.15 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $3.25 | ||
| RAW | $3.16 | ||
| RAW | $3.13 | ||
| RAW | $2.88 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $5.10 | ||
| RAW | $2.62 | ||
| RAW | $2.41 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.19 | ||
| RAW | $3.88 | ||
| RAW | $2.33 | ||
| RAW | $4.33 | ||
| RAW | $2.43 | ||
| RAW | $2.60 | ||
| RAW | $2.55 | ||
| RAW | $2.54 | ||
| RAW | $3.09 | ||
| RAW | $3.59 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.07 | ||
| RAW | $1.83 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.02 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.78 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.50 | ||
| RAW | $1.92 |
Other printings of Butterfree
Butterfree FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Butterfree from Neo Discovery worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $34.98. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Butterfree?
This printing is a standard rare (the card is labeled "Rare" on the checklist). Butterfree has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Butterfree?
Atsuko Nishida illustrated this card. See Atsuko Nishida's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Butterfree released?
The Neo Discovery set released in 2001, so this card (#19 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Butterfree?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Butterfree legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.