Question 1

What is the current market value of Cloyster #42?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Cloyster (Expedition Base Set) sits near $11.10. Over the last 7 days it gained 4.8%. It now sits 6.3% above its 30-day average of $10.45. The 90-day window shows a floor near $8.74 and a peak around $11.10 (21% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare.

Question 2

Is Cloyster #42 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Weekly movement is positive (4.8%), and value remains materially above its recent low (27%). With a 21% 90-day spread ($8.74-$11.10), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Current value is 6.3% above its 30-day reference ($10.45). Condition sensitivity is substantial: PSA 10 carries a +691% premium over raw value. PSA 9 is currently around $27.02, while PSA 10 is $87.75.

Question 3

What is Cloyster #42 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Cloyster 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 Water. Cloyster evolves from Shellder. The printed attacks highlight "Lick" and "Auto Fire". Metal weakness applies to this print. The retreat cost for this card is 2. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Cloyster cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Cloyster checklist helps contextualize this specific Cloyster print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.08-$0.71, a 788% band. Against the sample mean of $0.26, this card is +4115%. Notable alternatives include Cloyster #47 (Secret Wonders) at $0.71, Cloyster #91 (151) at $0.16, Cloyster #51 (Fusion Strike) at $0.18, and Cloyster #41 (Sword & Shield) at $0.14.

Question 5

What set is Cloyster #42 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Expedition Base Set entered circulation in 2002. Expedition Base Set is grouped under the E-Card era. Set size is 165 cards, which categorizes Expedition Base Set as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 24 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the Expedition Base Set checklist, Cloyster occupies position #42 as a Rare card.

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