Question 1

What is the current market value of Pinsir #29?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Pinsir in Base Set 2 at roughly $3.85. Over the last 7 days it declined 7.9%. It is currently 4.9% below the 30-day average of $4.05. The 90-day window shows a floor near $3.11 and a peak around $4.90 (46% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. This version is categorized as Rare.

Question 2

Is Pinsir #29 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Week-over-week movement is negative (7.9%); this leaves value 21% under the 90-day peak. With a 46% 90-day spread ($3.11-$4.90), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Current value is 4.9% below its 30-day reference ($4.05). Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Pinsir #29 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Pinsir is a Base Set 2 card from the 2000 release window. Card flavor text reads: "If it fails to crush the victim in its pincers, it will swing its victim around and toss it hard." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 60. Energy typing is Grass. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Notable move text references "Irongrip" and "Guillotine". It is weak to Fire type energy. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Pinsir cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Pinsir often benchmark it against other Pinsir cards. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 5 sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.02 to $20.16 (100700% spread). The current card sits -46% versus the sampled alternative average of $7.17. Notable alternatives include Pinsir #25 (Jungle) at $20.16, Pinsir #9 (Jungle) at $20.16, Pinsir #1 (Next Destinies) at $0.49, and Pinsir #59 (Secret Wonders) at $0.29.

Question 5

What set is Pinsir #29 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Base Set 2 entered circulation in 2000. It belongs to the Base series. The checklist contains 130 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 26 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the Base Set 2 checklist, Pinsir occupies position #29 as a Rare card.

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