Primeape 43/64 1st Edition Jungle Set Pokemon TCG Card
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Cards
Era / Decade
Late 1990s (1999 specifically). Dating clue: The 1st Edition stamp and the bottom copyright line reading '1995, 96, 98 Nintendo, Creatures, GAMEFREAK. ©1999 Wizards.'
Material
Laminated cardstock with semi-gloss finish. High-quality proprietary paper stock used by WotC during the vintage era.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The front art and surface look decent, but visible edge wear (whitening) is apparent on the top left edge. Centering looks slightly biased toward the right bottom. No creasing visible from the front view.
Demand Level
Moderate. Collector demand for vintage 1st Edition cards is consistent, but as an uncommon (non-holo) card, it is not a high-ticket chase item.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$5.00 - $15.00 (Low: $3 in poor condition; Mid: $8-$10 in played/lightly played condition; High: $25+ if it were Gem Mint, which this is not).
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 - $0.10 (original retail divided by pack count in 1999)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for 1st Edition Primeape 43/64 in Lightly Played (LP) condition typically range from $6.00 to $12.00 plus shipping.
Description
A vintage 1st Edition Primeape card from the Jungle expansion set of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This is an uncommon rarity card featuring artwork by Kagemaru Himeno. The card features the '1st Edition' black stamp on the left side, identifying it as part of the first print run from 1999.
Key Features
1st Edition Stamp, Jungle Set Symbol (flower/bug silhouette), Vintage WotC era, Nostalgia factor for Gen 1 collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font sizes and weights; clear and crisp 1st Edition stamp; correct copyright dates including the Wizards of the Coast credit. Confidence level: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening (edge wear) on the yellow borders, especially the top left. Minor surface scratching may be present (unconfirmed without light tilting). Off-center printing.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching global collectors), TCGPlayer (best price accuracy), or Mercari.
Selling Tips
Take high-resolution photos of the four corners on the back of the card, as this is where collectors look for wear. Use keywords like 'WotC', 'Vintage', and '1st Ed'. Ship in a penny sleeve inside a top-loader and use an eBay Standard Envelope to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.