Blastoise [1999-2000] - Pokemon Base Set #2
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Blastoise [1999-2000] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
In-Game
This Base Set Blastoise hits extra hard with collector nostalgia because Blastoise was the signature mascot of Pokémon Blue, making the card feel like a cardboard tribute to one of the original version icons.
Card History
Base Set Blastoise became the centerpiece of the famous 'Rain Dance' archetype, with its Pokémon Power letting Water decks flood the board with Energy faster than almost anything else in early Pokémon TCG.
Card History
What makes this specific card legendary is the pairing of Rain Dance with Hydro Pump, a combo that turned Blastoise from a big holo into a true engine card in the game’s earliest competitive era.
Artist
The artwork is by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon art director whose illustrations defined the look of the franchise’s earliest era, giving this holo the unmistakable feel of classic Pokémon history.
Set Lore
As card #2 in the original Base Set, Blastoise stands near the very front of the expansion checklist, reinforcing its status as one of the foundational chase holos from the set that started the Pokémon TCG craze.
Card Reference
About Blastoise [1999-2000] (Pokemon Base Set #2)
Blastoise [1999-2000] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 2. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1996. The current market price is $200.70, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo, with 1 listing currently for sale.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $151.42 to $200.70, with a median of $154.91.
Card details
- Card Number
- #2
- Release Year
- 1996
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Blastoise [1999-2000] from Pokemon Base Set #2?
The current market price of Blastoise [1999-2000] is $200.70. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Blastoise [1999-2000] from?
Blastoise [1999-2000] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 2, released in 1996.
Is Blastoise [1999-2000] worth grading?
Whether Blastoise [1999-2000] 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 Blastoise [1999-2000]?
You can buy or sell Blastoise [1999-2000] 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.
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