Bulbasaur [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #44
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Bulbasaur [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This is Bulbasaur’s original English TCG appearance from Base Set, the landmark release that brought the Pokémon Trading Card Game to the United States on January 9, 1999.
Set Lore
Bulbasaur #44 is part of the historic Base Set run that defined the look of early Pokémon cards, and this exact artwork was important enough to be revived again for later commemorative products like the Kanto First Partner Pack and Pokémon Trading Card Game Classic.
Artist
The card was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the founding visual architects of the Pokémon TCG whose work has appeared on hundreds of cards since the game’s earliest days in Japan.
In-Game
For collectors, this card carries extra weight because Bulbasaur is Pokédex #001 and one of the original starter Pokémon from the first Pokémon video games, giving it a true 'beginning of the franchise' aura.
Cultural Impact
Bulbasaur’s popularity has long been reinforced by Ash’s Bulbasaur in the anime, a fan-favorite partner whose long run with the main character helped generations of viewers grow attached to the species.
Card Reference
About Bulbasaur [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #44)
Bulbasaur [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 44. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $322.47, 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 $269.08 to $328.54, with a median of $314.83.
Card details
- Card Number
- #44
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Bulbasaur [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #44?
The current market price of Bulbasaur [1st Edition] is $322.47. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Bulbasaur [1st Edition] from?
Bulbasaur [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 44, released in 1999.
Is Bulbasaur [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Bulbasaur [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 Bulbasaur [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Bulbasaur [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 3,500 PSA graded copies tracked.