Gust of Wind 93/102 1st Edition Shadowless Base Set
Wizards of the Coast (WOTC) / Nintendo · Toys & Games > Trading Card Games > Pokémon
Era / Decade
1999 (First Print Run)
Material
Laminated cardstock with proprietary printing; high-quality vintage matte finish typical of early WOTC era.
Condition
Fair (LP-MP). Note the visible whitening and silvering on the left edge, surface scuffing in the art box, and significant corner wear on the top right. The '1st Edition' stamp appears slightly worn.
Demand Level
Moderate. High demand for 1st Edition Base Set cards, but 'Trainers' (non-holos) are less sought after than Pokémon like Charizard or Pikachu.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $5.00 | Mid: $12.00 | High: $25.00 (High-end depends on grading; this specimen is likely raw value only).
Estimated Retail Value
$0.05 (original pack price average per card in 1999)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for 1st Edition Gust of Wind in 'Lightly Played' to 'Moderately Played' condition range from $8.00 to $15.00. Near Mint copies can Fetch $30+.
Description
A 1st Edition Shadowless 'Gust of Wind' Trainer card from the original 1999 Pokémon Base Set. Features iconic Keiji Kinebuchi artwork of Weedle. Identifiable by the '1st Edition' stamp on the left and the lack of a drop shadow behind the character frame.
Key Features
1st Edition Stamp; Shadowless border (rarer than standard unlimited); Vintage WOTC era; Highly recognizable Base Set card; Collectible for 'Master Set' builders.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font spacing for 1999; properly aligned 1st edition stamp; crisp '93/102' text. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on the front-left edge; Corner softening; Moderate surface scratches; Potential rear-side whitening (unseen but likely given front condition). Permanent wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching collectors), TCGPlayer (industry standard for cards), or Mercari.
Selling Tips
Ensure you use the keywords 'Shadowless' and 'WOTC' in the title. Ship in a plastic sleeve (penny sleeve) and a rigid top-loader to prevent further damage. Take photos of the back of the card to prove condition.