Arceus entered circulation in 2009. Series classification for this set is Platinum.
The checklist contains 111 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 17 years old and fits a legacy-era profile.
Helix Fossil (#93) is one of the Common prints in this expansion.
In 2009, Arceus introduced this print of Helix Fossil. Its card type is Trainer.
The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 50.
This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. It carries a Item subtype designation.
Printed card effect: Play Helix Fossil as if it were a Colorless Basic Pokémon. (Helix Fossil counts as a Trainer card as well, but if Helix Fossil is Knocked Out, this counts as a Knocked Out Pokémon.) Helix Fossil can't be affected by any Special Conditions and can't retreat.
Helix Fossil (Arceus) is presently valued at about $0.44 in raw condition. Price action is stable over 7 days, moving only 0.0%.
It now sits 5.7% above its 30-day average of $0.42. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $0.36 to $0.44 (18% spread), a low-volatility profile.
Rarity classification for this copy is Common.
Helix Fossil sits within a broader pool of Helix variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. This comparison sample includes 1 alternatives across 1 set.
Only one priced comparison is available in this sample ($0.38). Notable alternatives include Helix Fossil #91 (Majestic Dawn) at $0.38.
Collector-focused market read: Weekly drift is minimal (0.0%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. Observed 90-day bounds of $0.36 and $0.44 create a 18% band, matching a low-volatility profile.
Versus the 30-day average ($0.42), the card is trading 5.7% higher. Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.
