Abra 43/102 Shadowless Base Set (Non-Holo)
Nintendo / Wizards of the Coast (WOTC) · Collectibles > Trading Card Games > Pokémon
Era / Decade
Late 1990s (1999) based on the copyright dates and 'Shadowless' border design.
Material
Cardstock with printed ink; standard TCG card construction.
Condition
Excellent to Near Mint (EX-NM). The yellow borders appear crisp, corners look sharp through the sleeve, and centering is decent. No visible surface scratches or creases in the photo.
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. Shadowless cards are consistently sought after by 'Set Fillers' looking to complete 1999 collections.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$3.00 - $8.00 (Ungraded); $40.00 - $100.00+ (If professionally graded PSA 9 or 10)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 - $0.10 (Original 1999 MSRP per individual card based on pack price)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw Shadowless Abras range from $4.50 to $12.00 depending on the exact surface condition and edge wear.
Description
Vintage 1999 Pokémon TCG Base Set Abra. This is a rare 'Shadowless' variant, identifiable by the lack of a drop shadow to the right of the character art box and the thinner HP font. Featuring art by Mitsuhiro Arita, this card is number 43/102.
Key Features
Shadowless variant (highly collectible), Base Set era, iconic Ken Sugimori/Mitsuhiro Arita era art, high nostalgia value for collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct fonts for the 1999 set, appropriate color saturation, and the specific copyright line '© 1995, 96, 98, 99 Nintendo'. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Minor edge whitening may be present on the back (unseen). Centering is slightly heavy toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or TCGPlayer are best for specialized card collectors. Facebook TCG groups are good for fee-free sales.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Shadowless', 'WOTC', and 'Base Set'. Photograph the back of the card out of the sleeve to show edge condition. Ship in a top-loader with cardboard protection via 'eBay Standard Envelope' for low-cost tracking.