Question 1

What is the current market value of Venusaur #18?

Accepted Answer

Venusaur from Legendary Collection is currently trading around $144.20. Over the last 7 days it gained 14.8%. It now sits 30.7% above its 30-day average of $110.36. The 90-day window shows a floor near $90.64 and a peak around $144.20 (37% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. The listed rarity for this print is Rare Holo.

Question 2

Is Venusaur #18 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Short-term momentum is positive (14.8% over 7 days), while the card sits 59% above its 90-day low. The 90-day range spans $90.64 to $144.20 (37% spread), which indicates moderate-volatility behavior. Versus the 30-day average ($110.36), the card is trading 30.7% higher. Graded context points to a modest premium curve, with PSA 10 at -27% above raw pricing. PSA 9 is currently around $278.65, while PSA 10 is $104.95.

Question 3

What is Venusaur #18 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2002, Legendary Collection introduced this print of Venusaur. The printed flavor text states: "This plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo. Printed HP is 100. Energy typing is Grass. Venusaur evolves from Ivysaur. This card has the following ability: "Energy Trans". Attack line includes "Solarbeam". Fire weakness applies to this print. Retreat cost is 2 energy. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Venusaur cards available?

Accepted Answer

Venusaur sits within a broader pool of Venusaur variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $1.12-$279.97, a 24897% band. Against the sample mean of $77.60, this card is +86%. Notable alternatives include Venusaur #15 (Base) at $154.35, Venusaur #3 (Pokémon GO) at $1.12, Venusaur #15 (Celebrations: Classic Collection) at $12.41, and Venusaur #3 (Shining Legends) at $2.24.

Question 5

What set is Venusaur #18 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Legendary Collection is 2002. It belongs to the Other series. The checklist contains 110 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 24 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Venusaur (#18) is one of the Rare Holo prints in this expansion.

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