Bellsprout 1st Edition Shadowless (Jungle Set) 49/64
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) / Nintendo · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games (TCG)
Era / Decade
Late 1990s (1999 copyright date)
Material
Standard cardstock with high-quality lithographic printing and gloss finish
Condition
Good (Light Play). Visible edge wearing on the right side and minor whitening on corners. Some surface scratching/wear is present on the yellow border.
Demand Level
Moderate. Common cards have a steady market for collectors completing binders, but do not see the explosive growth of Holos.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $2, Mid: $5, High: $15 (if professionally graded PSA 8+)
Estimated Retail Value
$4.00 - $5.00 (MSRP of a 1999 Jungle Booster Pack)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw 1st Edition Jungle Bellsprouts in similar 'Lightly Played' condition range from $3.00 to $6.50 including shipping.
Description
Authentic vintage 1999 Pokemon Bellsprout card from the Jungle Expansion. Features the rare '1st Edition' stamp and the 'Shadowless' print characteristic of the earliest English productions. Card ID 49/64, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
Key Features
1st Edition Stamp; Shadowless border design; Nostalgic Jungle Set common card; Highly collectible for set completionists.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font spacing and size for HP; authentic 1st Edition stamp ink quality; correct 1995-1999 Wizards copyright line. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening and chipping on the right edge; corner wear; slight surface abrasion. Condition is not 'Mint,' which significantly limits high-end collector value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
TCGPlayer (best for raw cards), eBay (best for visibility), or local card shops for quick cash trade-in.
Selling Tips
Photograph against a dark, flat surface to show edge wear clearly. Ship in a penny sleeve inside a top loader protected by a team bag to prevent transit damage. Use keywords 'Shadowless' and 'WOTC' in the title.