Venusaur [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #15
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Venusaur [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Base Set Venusaur stands out as one of the original fully evolved Kanto starters in the 1999 Base Set, and its Energy Trans Pokémon Power made it a defining early-game engine for moving Grass Energy around your board.
Artist
This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the most iconic early Pokémon TCG illustrators, which gives Base Set Venusaur extra prestige for collectors who chase foundational WotC-era art.
In-Game
Venusaur’s attack Solarbeam is directly based on the main-series move Solar Beam, tying this holo closely to how Venusaur fought in the original Pokémon games.
Set Lore
This artwork first appeared in Japan’s Expansion Pack before becoming part of the English Base Set, connecting 1st Edition Venusaur to the very beginning of Pokémon TCG history on both sides of the Pacific.
Cultural Impact
As a 1st Edition holo from Base Set, Venusaur belongs to the first wave of English Pokémon cards that helped define the entire WotC collecting era and still anchors Kanto nostalgia for longtime fans.
Card Reference
About Venusaur [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #15)
Venusaur [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 15. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $945.83, 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 $72.87 to $945.83, with a median of $72.87.
Card details
- Card Number
- #15
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Venusaur [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #15?
The current market price of Venusaur [1st Edition] is $945.83. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Venusaur [1st Edition] from?
Venusaur [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 15, released in 1999.
Is Venusaur [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Venusaur [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 Venusaur [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Venusaur [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 4,000 PSA graded copies tracked.