Rhydon 1st Edition Jungle Set 45/64 Uncommon
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) / Nintendo · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
1999 (Vintage WotC Era)
Material
Cardstock with matte finish and semi-gloss coating
Condition
Fair to Good. Visible whitening and edge wear on the front borders, centering is slightly off, and there is a circular ink/scuff mark in the upper left over the Rhyhorn evolution window.
Demand Level
Strong. Vintage 1st Edition Pokémon cards have a permanent 'niche to strong' buyer base, though common/uncommon non-holos are less volatile than holographic cards.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$8.00 - $15.00 (in current condition; $40+ if Near Mint/Mint)
Estimated Retail Value
$3.00 - $4.00 (MSRP of a vintage booster pack adjusted for single contents)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for 1st Edition Rhydon (Jungle) in Light Play/Good condition range from $9 to $16 plus shipping.
Description
Authentic vintage 1999 Pokémon TCG Rhydon card from the Jungle expansion. This is a 1st Edition 'Uncommon' card, designated by the '1st' stamp on the left and the diamond symbol on the bottom right. Features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno.
Key Features
1st Edition stamp, Jungle set symbol (flower/pick), vintage Wizards of the Coast production, high nostalgia value for 1990s collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct font kerning, accurate copyright dates (1995, 96, 98, 99), and legitimate expansion symbol sizing. The 1st edition stamp ink looks consistent with period printing.
Flaws to Note
Circular scuff/ink mark over the 'Stage 1' icon, significant edge wear/whitening on the yellow borders, and surface scratches consistent with un-sleeved play wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for cards), TCGPlayer (market standard), or Mercari. Local card shops may buy at 50% of value for store credit.
Selling Tips
Take clear photos of the back of the card as condition (whitening) is most evident there. Ship in a penny sleeve inside a top-loader. Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for cheap tracked shipping ($1.00 or less).