Pokemon 1st Edition Shadowless Double Colorless Energy (96/102)
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Era / Decade
1999 (Original Base Set Release)
Material
Paper cardstock with printed finish and glossy coating.
Condition
Very Good to Excellent. The front surface appears clean; however, the yellow borders show slight whitening/wear on the edges consistent with light play. There are no obvious creases visible in the photo, but typical light surface scratching from handling is likely present.
Demand Level
Strong. Base Set 1st Edition cards are the gold standard for Pokemon collectors and maintain steady liquidity.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$25 (Low/Played) - $55 (Mid/Excellent) - $300+ (High if Graded PSA 9/10)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 (Original 1999 pack price share equivalent)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for '1st Edition Shadowless Double Colorless Energy 96/102' range from $35 to $60 for raw/ungraded copies in similar condition. PSA 8 copies sell for roughly $90-$110, while PSA 10 copies can exceed $600.
Description
Authentic 1999 Pokemon Base Set 'Double Colorless Energy' Special Energy card. This is a highly sought-after '1st Edition Shadowless' variant, identifiable by the black 'Edition 1' stamp on the left-center and the lack of a drop shadow behind the gray artwork frame. Card number 96/102, illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi.
Key Features
1st Edition Stamp; Shadowless border variant; Key playable card in original 1999 'Rain Dance' and 'Haymaker' decks; Original Base Set vintage appeal.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct font kerning in 'Double Colorless Energy', clear 1st Edition stamp ink weight, and accurate 1995, 96, 98, 99 Nintendo/Wizards copyright dates. The color saturation matches authentic WotC print runs.
Flaws to Note
Minor edge whitening on the front yellow borders; potential light surface scuffs. The centering appears slightly heavy on the bottom border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for reaching international collectors; TCGPlayer is excellent for a fast sale; Heritage Auctions or Goldin if the card is professionally graded (PSA/BGS/CGC) and found to be Gem Mint.
Selling Tips
Remove from the plastic sleeve and place in a fresh 'penny sleeve' and a rigid 'top loader' before shipping. Use photos of both front and back on a dark surface to highlight edge condition. Use keywords: 'Base Set', '1st Edition', 'Shadowless', 'WotC', 'Vintage'.