Bulbasaur

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 6/10

Recent 22.1% 30-day price increase for raw NM copies amid ongoing 151 nostalgia; starter ARs hold collector interest[1]

Next months. Stable to slight rise next 3-6 months with steady collector interest

Long term. Moderate appreciation over 1-3 years as set vintage value builds

History

Bulbasaur is the Grass/Poison-type Grass Starter Pokémon from Generation I, known as the first Pokémon in the Pokédex (#001). It carries a seed on its back that grows with age, symbolizing growth and nature, and is one of the iconic original starters alongside Charmander and Squirtle, central to Pokémon lore since 1996.

First released in the Japanese Scarlet & Violet: 151 set (SV2a) in June 2023.

• Bulbasaur 166/165 is an Art Rare (AR) featuring stunning full-art illustration, highly praised in collector communities.
• Part of the nostalgic Pokémon 151 set celebrating the original 151 Kanto Pokémon.
• Japanese version precedes English Scarlet & Violet 151 release by several months.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

Medium

First printed in

Japanese Scarlet & Violet 151 (SV2a)

Demand

Medium

Supply

Medium

• Art Rare slot in high-print run 151 set
• Japanese exclusive initial print
• Popular Bulbasaur character boosts chase factor

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering on full-art borders, check for print lines or scratches on Bulbasaur's seed and foliage, watch for edge whitening or surface scratches common in Japanese stock; NM cards often show minor corner dings.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders with sleeves, store in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent fading on vibrant artwork; avoid stacking without dividers.

Authenticity. Verify Japanese text and SV2a set markings, check holo pattern consistency, use blacklight for foil authenticity; fakes often have blurry art or incorrect font weights; cross-reference with official scans.