Pokémon TCG Tauros 1st Edition - Jungle Set (47/64)
Wizards of the Coast (Nintendo) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games
Era / Decade
1999 (Late 1990s vintage)
Material
Standard cardstock with high-quality printing and semi-gloss finish; specific to the WotC era manufacturing standards.
Condition
Good to Very Good (Light Play). Visible edge wear/whitening on the yellow borders and corners, particularly the top-right corner. The surface appears clean but minor scratches may exist. Not professional grade (PSA/CGC)
Demand Level
Moderate. WotC era cards always have collectors, but as a non-holo uncommon, it is a 'completionist' item rather than a high-ticket investment.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$5.00 - $8.00 - $12.00 (Low-Mid-High based on ungraded condition)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05-0.10 (original pack price average); currently approx. $15.00 for a NM replacement.
Comparable Sales
Recent sold listings for raw 'Lightly Played' (LP) 1st Edition Tauros cards range from $6.00 to $9.50. Near Mint (NM) copies can reach $12.00-$15.00. Graded PSA 9 copies sell for $40-60.
Description
Authentic vintage 1999 1st Edition Tauros 47/64 Uncommon card from the Jungle expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno. Includes '1st Edition' stamp and Jungle expansion symbol (clover). Non-holo variety.
Key Features
1st Edition marking; vintage Wizards of the Coast (WotC) production; nostalgia-driven market; desirable Jungle set rarity symbol.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct light refraction on surface; '1st Edition' stamp thickness and placement is consistent with authentic WotC prints; font and color saturation appear correct. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening/silvering along the edges; corner softening (top right and bottom left); minor surface scuffs. This card will not grade at a Gem Mint 10 because of border wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for trading cards), TCGPlayer (highest volume for gamers), or Mercari. Local card shops may offer 40-50% value in credit.
Selling Tips
Use high-resolution photos of the front AND back against a dark background to show edge wear clearly. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a cardboard-backed envelope (eBay Standard Envelope) to minimize shipping costs while maintaining protection.