Spearow 1st Edition Jungle Set 62/64 Common
Wizards of the Coast (WotC) · Collectibles & Antiques > Trading Card Games > Pokémon
Era / Decade
1999 (Released June 1999). Identified by the 1999 copyright date and the Jungle expansion 'Scythe' symbol below the artwork.
Material
Cardstock with printed matte finish. High-quality offset lithography characteristic of early WotC production.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The card shows significant edge wear (whitening) on the top and left borders. There is visible surface scratching. Centering appears slightly off-top to bottom.
Demand Level
Moderate. While it is a 1st Edition vintage card, it is a common ('bulk') card and not a rare or holo, limiting the ceiling of the buyer pool to set collectors.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $1.00 | Mid: $2.50 | High: $5.00 (Raw condition)
Estimated Retail Value
$0.50 - $0.75 (Original MSRP per pack divided by card count in 1999)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for 1st Edition non-holo Spearow in similar 'Lightly Played' condition range from $1.50 to $3.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 gem mint versions can sell for much more, but this card does not meet that grade criteria.
Description
This is an authentic 1st Edition Spearow from the 1999 Pokémon Jungle Set. As a 1st Edition card, it features the 'Edition 1' stamp on the left side, midway down. The card is a Common rarity (indicated by the black circle in the bottom right corner) and features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita.
Key Features
1st Edition stamp, Jungle expansion set symbol, Vintage Wizards of the Coast era, highly nostalgic artwork by a famous illustrator.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font kerning, crisp 1st Edition logo, proper 'Wizards' copyright formatting, and visible 'black layer' in cardstock sandwich. Confidence level: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on the edges (border wear), minor surface scuffing, and rounded corners showing light play/wear. Not a candidate for high-grade professional grading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (using eBay standard envelope for low-cost shipping), TCGPlayer, or Mercari. Facebook groups dedicated to vintage Pokémon TCG are also viable.
Selling Tips
Use the keywords '1st Edition Jungle Spearow 62/64 WotC Vintage'. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping. Do not grade this specific card as the fees will exceed the market value due to the condition flaws.