Articuno Pokemon Fossil #2
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Articuno Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Articuno #2 is one of the original Fossil holographic rares from the set’s October 10, 1999 English release, making it part of the early Wizards of the Coast era that many collectors see as peak vintage Pokémon nostalgia.
Artist
This card was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the defining artists of the earliest Pokémon TCG era, which gives Fossil Articuno the unmistakable classic look collectors chase in binder pages and vintage slabs.
In-Game
Fossil Articuno captures one of Kanto’s original legendary birds, a Pokémon first introduced in Generation I and tied from the beginning to the icy, hard-to-reach corners of the games’ worldbuilding.
Cultural Impact
The card’s flavor text preserves one of Articuno’s most memorable myths—that it appears to people lost in icy mountains—giving this holo a haunting legend that feels bigger than a normal rare pull.
Set Lore
Bulbapedia notes that the Fossil print of this card was later reprinted in Legendary Collection and even revived again in Pokémon Trading Card Game Classic, a sign of how enduring this specific Articuno artwork has been for collectors.
Card Reference
About Articuno (Pokemon Fossil #2)
Articuno is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Fossil set, card number 2. This card has a Holo Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $81.41, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo, with 3 listings currently for sale.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $56.73 to $81.41, with a median of $78.76.
Card details
- Card Number
- #2
- Rarity
- Holo Rare
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Articuno from Pokemon Fossil #2?
The current market price of Articuno is $81.41. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Articuno from?
Articuno is from the Pokemon Fossil set, card number 2, released in 1999.
Is Articuno worth grading?
Whether Articuno is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Articuno?
You can buy or sell Articuno on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 10,000 PSA graded copies tracked.
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