Electrode 18/64 1st Edition Jungle Set (Non-Holo)
Wizards of the Coast (Nintendo / Pokémon) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
1999 (Late 1990s)
Material
Cardstock / Paper laminate with printed matte finish
Condition
Poor to Fair. The card exhibits a heavy horizontal crease through the center and a prominent vertical indentation/bubble on the character art, along with significant whitening and edge wear.
Demand Level
Niche. While 1st edition vintage Pokémon is popular, the damage on this specific card makes it undesirable for 'Condition' collectors or professional grading.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Estimated Retail Value
$3.00 - $5.00
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for 'Damaged' 1st Edition non-holo Electrode 18/64 range from $0.99 to $2.50. Near-mint copies of this same card can fetch $10-$15, but the condition of this specimen excludes it from that price bracket.
Description
A 1st Edition Electrode from the 1999 Jungle expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This is the non-holographic rare version (18/64). Features the iconic 'Edition 1' stamp on the left side of the card. Despite its rarity as a 1st edition, the technical condition is heavily played.
Key Features
1st Edition stamp, Jungle expansion symbol, Mitsuhiro Arita artwork, nostalgic late-90s 'Wizards of the Coast' era production.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Font style, spacing, and the specific 'Edition 1' stamp alignment match authentic 1999 prints. The color saturation and copyright dates (1995, 96, 98, 99) are correct for this set.
Flaws to Note
Severe surface damage including a large crease across the middle, significant indentation on the Electrode's face, widespread silvering/whitening on the edges, and surface scuffing. These flaws significantly diminish its value to collectors.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as an auction or cheap Buy It Now) or TCGPlayer. It may attract buyers looking for 'binder fillers' or people buying for nostalgia who don't mind heavy wear.
Selling Tips
Be 100% transparent about the crease and surface damage to avoid returns. Use the keyword 'Damaged' or 'HP' (Heavily Played) in the title. Ship in a standard envelope with a top-loader for protection even if the value is low.