Unidentified Fossil

Silver Tempest 165/195 • uncommon

Set: Silver Tempest
Number: 165/195
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2022
Market price: $0.12
Artist: AYUMI ODASHIMA

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$0.12market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$0.04 – $0.12 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This Uncommon Trainer card from the Silver Tempest set features the Unidentified Fossil, a staple mechanic in the Pokémon Trading Card Game that allows players to evolve their Ancient Pokémon. Its inclusion is significant for players who build decks around prehistoric archetypes, as it serves as the essential foundation for bringing these unique species into play.

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What it does

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Play this card as if it were a 60-HP Basic Colorless Pokémon. At any time during your turn, you may discard this card from play. This card can't retreat.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Unidentified Fossil was released in the Silver Tempest expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game in November 2022. As an item card, it represents the mechanical utility of revitalizing prehistoric creatures within the game, serving as a tactical piece that reflects the ongoing theme of fossil-based Pokémon evolution seen throughout the series' history.

The card features artwork by Toyste Beach, whose illustrative style emphasizes a sense of archaeological discovery. The design mirrors the game's broader aesthetic of blending classic creature design with modern card frames, and it was received by the player base as a functional component for specialized decks focused on fossil-type Pokémon.

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