Question 1

What is the current market value of Butterfree #38?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Butterfree in Expedition Base Set at roughly $87.98. Week-over-week movement is lower by 9.1%. It is currently 4.2% below the 30-day average of $91.87. Its 90-day trading band runs between $45.32 and $103.71, producing a 66% range and high-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare.

Question 2

Is Butterfree #38 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Recent pricing has softened by 9.1% over 7 days, with the card now 15% below its 90-day high. With a 66% 90-day spread ($45.32-$103.71), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($91.87), the card is trading 4.2% lower. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Butterfree #38 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Butterfree appears in Expedition Base Set, released in 2002. Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 80. Energy typing is Grass. As an evolution, Butterfree develops from Metapod. Notable ability on this print: "Miraculous Powder". The printed attacks highlight "Spiral Drain". 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 Butterfree cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Butterfree often benchmark it against other Butterfree cards. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $1.50 and $87.98 (5765% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($18.31), this card is +380%. Notable alternatives include Butterfree #33 (Jungle) at $1.50, Butterfree #34 (Base Set 2) at $1.87, Butterfree #21 (Legendary Collection) at $3.50, and Butterfree #14 (Great Encounters) at $1.68.

Question 5

What set is Butterfree #38 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Expedition Base Set was released in 2002. Expedition Base Set is grouped under the E-Card era. The checklist contains 165 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 24 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Butterfree is card number 38 with a Rare designation.

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