Question 1

What is the current market value of Shellder #40?

Accepted Answer

Shellder (Sword & Shield) is presently valued at about $0.07 in raw condition. Its 7-day trend is positive, up 150.0%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($0.06), by 27.3%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.02 and $0.13, producing a 157% range and high-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Common.

Question 2

Is Shellder #40 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Weekly movement is positive (150.0%), and value remains materially above its recent low (250%). With a 157% 90-day spread ($0.02-$0.13), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Current value is 27.3% above its 30-day reference ($0.06). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Shellder #40 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2020, Sword & Shield introduced this print of Shellder. The printed flavor text states: "It swims facing backward by opening and closing its two-piece shell. It is surprisingly fast." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 70. Energy typing is Water. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Attack line includes "Water Splash". It is weak to Lightning type energy. Common-tier prints are typically the most accessible entries for set completion.

Question 4

What are the alternative Shellder cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Shellder often benchmark it against other Shellder cards. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.09-$1.42, a 1478% band. Against the sample mean of $0.53, this card is -87%. Notable alternatives include Shellder #54 (Fossil) at $0.69, Shellder #105 (Secret Wonders) at $0.22, Shellder #129 (Expedition Base Set) at $1.42, and Shellder #79 (FireRed & LeafGreen) at $0.61.

Question 5

What set is Shellder #40 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Sword & Shield was released in 2020. Sword & Shield is grouped under the Sword & Shield era. With 216 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 6 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. Within this set, Shellder is card number 40 with a Common designation.

Shellder #40

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