Pokémon TCG Oddish 1st Edition Jungle Set 58/64
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
1999 (First Edition Jungle Set release)
Material
Cardstock (Paper/Polymer laminate)
Condition
Very Good to Excellent. Visible wear on the top edge with minor whitening/chipping; centering appears slightly bottom-heavy.
Demand Level
Moderate. High nostalgia value for 'set fillers' or 1st edition collectors, but low rarity due to being a common.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$2.00 - $7.00 (Unset/Raw condition)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.10 (Original 1999 MSRP per card in booster packs)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for 1st Edition Jungle Oddish in similar raw condition typically range from $1.50 to $5.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 10 Gemini versions can exceed $50, but this card is not a candidate for high grading due to edge wear.
Description
Vintage 1999 Pokémon TCG Jungle Set Oddish card. This is a 1st Edition Common card featuring artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. It features the 'Edition 1' stamp on the left side, indicating it is from the initial limited print run. Standard bridge size card with iconic yellow border and grass-type green background.
Key Features
1st Edition stamp; Jungle expansion symbol; Keiji Kinebuchi 3D-style art; Nostalgic 'Common' card from original WotC era.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font spacing; 1st edition stamp placement and thickness match standards; 1995, 96, 98 Nintendo copyright dates present; high confidence (95+%) based on printing quality and ink density.
Flaws to Note
Minor edge wear/silvering along the top edge visible in photo. Potential light surface scratching cannot be ruled out without closer inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (standard for TCG), TCGPlayer (specialized marketplace), or local Facebook Pokémon collector groups.
Selling Tips
Ship in a clear penny sleeve and a semi-rigid top loader. Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for cheap tracked shipping to maximize profit on low-value individual cards. Include 'WotC' and 'Jungle' in the title.