Wartortle - 151 (#171)
- Set
- 151
- Number
- 171
- Illustrator
- Mitsuhiro Arita
- Energy
- Water
It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
Wartortle - 151
Wartortle is a Illustration Rare Pokémon card from the 151 Pokémon TCG set, released 2023, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. It sits at card number 171 in the 151 checklist, classified as a Water-type Pokémon with 100 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.
In collector terms, this is an Illustration Rare, the full alt-art tier introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $45.57. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Wartortle has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#171 in 151) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 41Average
Weak icon status, 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 2358m ago
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Market price history
Sale History 32 sales · since 2023-09-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $63.43 | ||
| RAW | $59.51 | ||
| RAW | $40.00 | ||
| RAW | $30.88 | ||
| RAW | $28.01 | ||
| RAW | $26.25 | ||
| RAW | $29.99 | ||
| RAW | $29.89 | ||
| RAW | $28.50 | ||
| RAW | $25.05 | ||
| RAW | $25.00 | ||
| RAW | $29.99 | ||
| RAW | $28.26 | ||
| RAW | $31.80 | ||
| RAW | $33.38 | ||
| RAW | $28.28 | ||
| RAW | $25.99 | ||
| RAW | $23.86 | ||
| RAW | $22.20 | ||
| RAW | $18.43 | ||
| RAW | $16.77 | ||
| RAW | $19.10 | ||
| RAW | $16.04 | ||
| RAW | $15.83 | ||
| RAW | $18.00 | ||
| RAW | $17.00 | ||
| RAW | $17.50 | ||
| RAW | $18.18 | ||
| RAW | $17.82 | ||
| RAW | $20.21 | ||
| RAW | $19.35 | ||
| RAW | $9.23 |
Other printings of Wartortle
Wartortle FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Wartortle from 151 worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $45.57. 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 Wartortle?
This printing is an Illustration Rare, the full alt-art tier introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era (the card is labeled "Illustration Rare" on the checklist). Wartortle has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Wartortle?
Mitsuhiro Arita illustrated this card. See Mitsuhiro Arita'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 Wartortle released?
The 151 set released in 2023, so this card (#171 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Wartortle?
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 Wartortle 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.