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Haunter
Pokemon Fossil•#21
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$11.11Market Price
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Haunter Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Fossil Haunter stands out as a rare in the 62-card Fossil expansion, giving collectors a non-holo rare version of one of Kanto’s most iconic Ghost-types in one of the earliest Wizards of the Coast sets.
In-Game
This card’s flavor text is lifted from Haunter’s original Pokédex lore in Pokémon Red and Blue, where it is described as slipping through walls and being 'from another dimension,' tying the card directly to Generation I ghost mythology.
Artist
The artwork is by Ken Sugimori, the primary character designer for Pokémon and one of the artists responsible for the original 151, which gives this Fossil Haunter a direct visual link to the franchise’s earliest creative era.
Card History
Haunter’s Transparency Pokémon Power made it memorable in early play because a coin flip could completely block an incoming attack’s effects and damage, a slippery mechanic that perfectly matched Haunter’s ghostly identity.
Cultural Impact
Haunter’s design has long been associated with Japanese ghost and yōkai influences, especially its floating hands, huge grin, and life-draining tongue, which helps explain why vintage Ghost-type cards like this one feel so distinct from other early Kanto Pokémon.
Card Reference
About Haunter
Haunter is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Fossil set, card number 21. This card has a Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $11.11, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
Card details
- Set
- Pokemon Fossil
- Card Number
- #21
- Rarity
- Rare
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Haunter?
The current market price of Haunter is $11.11. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Haunter from?
Haunter is from the Pokemon Fossil set, card number 21, released in 1999.
Is Haunter worth grading?
Whether Haunter 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 Haunter?
You can buy or sell Haunter 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.