1999 Base Set Venusaur (Holo) 1st Edition

Explore in-depth stats, PSA populations, and a unique rating for this iconic Venusaur card from the Base Set.

1999 Base Set Venusaur (Holo) 1st Edition
PSA 10 Price: $8,000 - $12,000
PSA 9 Price: $2,000 - $3,000
PSA 8 Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Total PSA Pop: 10,000+

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Character’s Iconic Status
90
Card's Significance in the Hobby
88
Rarity Factor
85
Artwork Quality
89
Overall Hobby Score
88
88

Badges

1st Edition
Iconic Artwork
Holofoil
Grass Type
Set Anchor

Card Highlights

Release Year: 1999
Set: Base Set
Rarity: Holo Rare
Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
First Edition: Yes
Shadowless: Yes
Fun Fact: Venusaur was the face of the Pokémon Blue version game and remains a fan-favorite starter evolution.

How I Arrived at the Hobby Score

This card received a 88 for its overall hobby score. The 1999 Base Set Venusaur (Holo) 1st Edition is a cornerstone of Pokémon collecting, celebrated for its iconic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and its significance as one of the original starter evolutions.

💬 What makes Venusaur a key card in the Base Set lineup?