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Caterpie - Neo Discovery (#53)
- Number
- 53
- Illustrator
- Yuka Morii
- Energy
- Grass
For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antennae on its head to drive away enemies.
Caterpie - Neo Discovery
Caterpie is a Common Pokémon card from the Neo Discovery Pokémon TCG set, released 2001, illustrated by Yuka Morii. It sits at card number 53 in the Neo Discovery checklist, classified as a Grass-type Pokémon with 50 HP and the Basic subtype.
In collector terms, this is a common card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $7.84. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Caterpie has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#53 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 2177m ago
![Caterpie 1st Edition Pokemon Common [Neo Discovery 53/75] Lightly Played on eBay](https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/ie4AAeSw0LpqzD2N/s-l225.jpg)
Market price history
Sale History 64 sales · since 2021-01-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $1.53 | ||
| RAW | $2.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.44 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.66 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.86 | ||
| RAW | $1.89 | ||
| RAW | $1.60 | ||
| RAW | $1.44 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.43 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.49 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.63 | ||
| RAW | $1.57 | ||
| RAW | $1.47 | ||
| RAW | $1.48 | ||
| RAW | $1.44 | ||
| RAW | $1.30 | ||
| RAW | $1.69 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.38 | ||
| RAW | $1.89 | ||
| RAW | $1.89 | ||
| RAW | $1.46 | ||
| RAW | $1.50 | ||
| RAW | $1.44 | ||
| RAW | $1.58 | ||
| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.43 | ||
| RAW | $1.21 | ||
| RAW | $1.41 | ||
| RAW | $1.49 | ||
| RAW | $1.23 | ||
| RAW | $1.31 | ||
| RAW | $1.39 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| RAW | $1.46 | ||
| RAW | $1.50 | ||
| RAW | $1.48 | ||
| RAW | $1.32 | ||
| RAW | $1.23 | ||
| RAW | $1.00 | ||
| RAW | $1.38 | ||
| RAW | $1.43 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.30 | ||
| RAW | $1.16 | ||
| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.00 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.04 | ||
| RAW | $1.50 | ||
| RAW | $1.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.02 |
Other printings of Caterpie
Caterpie FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Caterpie from Neo Discovery worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $7.84. 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 Caterpie?
This printing is a common card (the card is labeled "Common" on the checklist). Caterpie has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Caterpie?
Yuka Morii illustrated this card. See Yuka Morii'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 Caterpie released?
The Neo Discovery set released in 2001, so this card (#53 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Caterpie?
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 Caterpie 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.