Dratini - 1999 Pokemon Base Set Unlimited 26/102
Wizards of the Coast (WOTC) / Nintendo · Toys & Games > Collectible Card Games > Pokémon TCG
Era / Decade
Late 1990s (1999)
Material
Cardstock with a layered blue core construction; standard gloss finish.
Condition
Good (Moderately Played). Visible whitening and chipping along the yellow borders, particularly on the left and right edges. Minor scuffing on the bottom edge and surface wear consistent with handling without a sleeve.
Demand Level
Moderate (Vintage Pokemon is always in demand, but this is a common/uncommon non-holo card in played condition).
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $0.50 | Mid: $1.25 | High: $2.50
Estimated Retail Value
$3.99 - $4.99 (Comparable modern booster pack price)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for 'Unlimited Dratini 26/102 LP/MP' range from $0.99 to $1.50 plus $1.00 shipping. Near Mint (NM) copies occasionally reach $3.00+.
Description
Authentic vintage 1999 Pokemon TCG Dratini card from the original Base Set (Unlimited print run). Features artwork by Ken Sugimori with the iconic sunset background. This is card number 26 out of 102, classified as an Uncommon card (denoted by the black diamond symbol).
Key Features
Vintage 'Base Set' nostalgia; Ken Sugimori original artwork; desirable Dragon-type evolution line; essential for completing original 102-card sets.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font styles and spacing; copyright dates '1995, 96, 98, 99' present; official 'Wizards' attribution; blue core cardstock visible on edge chip. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Edge wear/whitening on the front yellow borders; corner chipping; likely surface scratches on the back (not visible in photo but common for this grade). Not a candidate for professional grading due to wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for trading cards), TCGPlayer (industry standard for singles), Mercari (good for low-cost shipping options), or Facebook Marketplace 'local pickup' bundles.
Selling Tips
Do not sell as a single unless part of a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping strategy to keep costs low. Best used as a 'filler' to bundle with other Base Set cards to create a 'starter set' or 'evolution line' pack (Dratini/Dragonair/Dragonite) to maximize total profit.