Pokémon Nidorina 1st Edition Jungle Set 40/64
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) · Collectibles > Trading Card Games > Pokémon
Era / Decade
Late 1990s (1999) based on the copyright date and the '1st Edition' stamp and Jungle Set expansion symbol.
Material
Paper cardstock with a laminated finish. Standard TCG production quality for the late 90s.
Condition
Good to Very Good. Note the significant corner wear (whitening) on the bottom right and edges. Visible surface scratches are likely given the lack of a sleeve in the photo. Not a candidate for high-tier professional grading (PSA 9/10), likely a PSA 5-6.
Demand Level
Moderate. While Nidorina is not a 'chase' card like Charizard, 1st Edition WotC cards have a steady niche market among set-completionists.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$4.00 - $12.00 (Low: $4 ungraded/played, Mid: $8 light play, High: $15+ if exceptionally clean).
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 - $0.10 (Original price of a booster pack in 1999 was approx. $3.29 for 11 cards).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for 1st Edition Nidorina 40/64 in 'Lightly Played' condition range from $5.00 to $9.00. Near Mint copies can reach $15.00.
Description
Vintage 1st Edition Nidorina card from the 1999 Jungle expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Features artwork by Ken Sugimori. This is an uncommon card (indicated by the diamond symbol) and includes the iconic 'Edition 1' stamp on the left side. A nostalgic piece for collectors of the original WotC era.
Key Features
1st Edition stamp, Jungle Set symbol (flower/silhouette), original 1999 copyright, Ken Sugimori artwork, high nostalgia value for 90s collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font styles and spacing, accurate Jungle expansion symbol, genuine 1st Edition stamp placement, proper copyright string (©1995, 96, 98 Nintendo). Confidence Level: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on the bottom right corner and right edge. Surface grime or light scratching visible. Centering appears slightly off-top to bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching global collectors), TCGPlayer (standard for card sellers), or Mercari.
Selling Tips
Immediately place in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further damage. Use high-resolution scans or photos of both front and back. Use keywords: '1st Ed', 'WotC', 'Vintage', 'Jungle Set'. Ship in a cardboard-protected envelope (shippable via eBay Standard Envelope for low cost).