Articuno [1st Edition] - Pokemon Fossil #2
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Articuno [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Articuno’s Fossil holo is one of the original legendary bird chase cards from the third English Pokémon TCG expansion, giving this 1st Edition copy a direct link to the early Wizards of the Coast boom.
Set Lore
Because Fossil released as a compact 62-card set in October 1999, holo rares like Articuno stood out even more to collectors opening packs during the game’s first vintage era.
Artist
This card was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the foundational Pokémon TCG artists who has contributed artwork since the game’s very beginning, which adds extra prestige to this early holo.
Card History
Articuno’s mystique was reinforced across the anime era through major appearances tied to icy locations like Seafoam Islands and movie-era legendary bird storylines, making this Fossil holo feel like a snapshot of Pokémon’s earliest legendary mythology.
In-Game
In the original games, Articuno was one of Kanto’s iconic stationary legendaries waiting in the Seafoam Islands, so this Fossil card captures the same sense of discovery that made Gen I players treat it like a true prize encounter.
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About Articuno [1st Edition] (Pokemon Fossil #2)
Articuno [1st Edition] 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 $203.99, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $202.49 to $209.70, with a median of $202.49.
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 [1st Edition] from Pokemon Fossil #2?
The current market price of Articuno [1st Edition] is $203.99. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Articuno [1st Edition] from?
Articuno [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Fossil set, card number 2, released in 1999.
Is Articuno [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Articuno [1st Edition] 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 [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Articuno [1st Edition] 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 7,000 PSA graded copies tracked.