Chansey [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #3
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Chansey [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Base Set Chansey is one of the original 102 cards from the English Pokémon TCG and appears as card 3/102, giving this 1st Edition holo a true first-wave place in hobby history.
Artist
This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer, which gives Chansey’s Base Set holo the unmistakable early-era look collectors instantly recognize.
Set Lore
Chansey’s Base Set artwork was first released in Japan’s Expansion Pack before becoming part of English Base Set, tying this card directly to the earliest days of Pokémon card history in both markets.
Card History
Chansey became iconic in the anime through Nurse Joy, with Chansey regularly assisting at Pokémon Centers and first appearing in that role in the episode "Pokémon Emergency!".
Cultural Impact
Chansey’s Pokédex flavor as a rare Pokémon said to bring happiness makes this holo especially fitting as one of Base Set’s most beloved feel-good pulls.
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About Chansey [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #3)
Chansey [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 3. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $400.00, 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 $300.00 to $400.00, with a median of $400.00.
Card details
- Card Number
- #3
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Chansey [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #3?
The current market price of Chansey [1st Edition] is $400.00. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Chansey [1st Edition] from?
Chansey [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 3, released in 1999.
Is Chansey [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Chansey [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 Chansey [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Chansey [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 3,000 PSA graded copies tracked.