Drowzee Shadowless Base Set 49/102
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
1999 (Late 1990s)
Material
Printed cardstock (layered paper and glue)
Condition
Good/Very Good (Light corner wear, surface micro-scratching, slightly off-center left-to-right)
Demand Level
Moderate (High for completionists, low as a standalone high-value asset)
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$1.50 - $4.00 (raw/unprotected)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 - $0.10 (original 1999 pack price derivative)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw Shadowless Drowzee in similar condition range from $1.99 to $3.50 plus shipping.
Description
Authentic 1999 Pokémon Base Set Drowzee trading card. This is the highly sought-after 'Shadowless' print variant, identifiable by the lack of a drop shadow behind the character illustration box and the distinct '1995, 96, 98, 99' copyright date line. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Key Features
Shadowless variant; Base Set; Vintage 1999 WotC production; Nostalgic 'unlimited' era aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font kerning; accurate copyright string (includes '99'); correct saturation in the purple 'Psychic' energy symbols; cardboard layering visible. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening on corner edges (top right); surface 'silvering' or light scuffing on the yellow borders; minor centering tilt.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, TCGPlayer, or Mercari. Local card shops (LCS) usually only buy at 50% value for bulk.
Selling Tips
Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a 'non-machinable' envelope. Use keywords like 'Shadowless', 'WotC', and 'Base Set'. Better sold as part of a 'Shadowless Common/Uncommon' bundle to maximize shipping efficiency.