Zapdos [Shadowless] - Pokemon Base Set #16
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Zapdos [Shadowless] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Zapdos #16 is one of the original Base Set holo rares, and this Shadowless version comes from the earliest English print style that removed the artwork box shadow and used thinner text, making it a true first-wave WotC-era collectible.
Set Lore
As part of Base Set, this card belongs to the very first main expansion in Pokémon TCG history, the set that introduced Generation I Pokémon to the card game in English on January 9, 1999.
In-Game
This card feels especially authentic to Game Boy fans because both Thunder and Thunderbolt are moves Zapdos can learn in the video games, with Thunderbolt specifically noted on Bulbapedia as TM24 on the card’s own page.
Artist
The artwork is by Ken Sugimori, the artist who created the original official artwork for all 151 Generation I Pokémon, giving this Base Set Zapdos a direct visual link back to Pokémon’s earliest identity.
Card History
Zapdos became a bigger legend beyond the games when it played a major role in Pokémon the Movie 2000: The Power of One, where its capture throws nature out of balance and cements its status as one of the franchise’s iconic Legendary birds.
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About Zapdos [Shadowless] (Pokemon Base Set #16)
Zapdos [Shadowless] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 16. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $136.74, 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 $136.74 to $185.00, with a median of $185.00.
Card details
- Card Number
- #16
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Zapdos [Shadowless] from Pokemon Base Set #16?
The current market price of Zapdos [Shadowless] is $136.74. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Zapdos [Shadowless] from?
Zapdos [Shadowless] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 16, released in 1999.
Is Zapdos [Shadowless] worth grading?
Whether Zapdos [Shadowless] 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 Zapdos [Shadowless]?
You can buy or sell Zapdos [Shadowless] 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.