Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This Ghost Stamp Pikachu is one of Base Set’s most famous production errors, with the 1st Edition mark appearing incomplete so the stamp reads like a faint outline instead of the normal symbol.
Set Lore
Because it comes from the 1999 Base Set—the first main expansion of the Pokémon TCG in English—this Pikachu sits in the same historic release that launched the hobby for an entire generation of collectors.
Card History
Base Set 1st Edition cards are the earliest English printings and are identified by their 1st Edition stamp, thin HP text, and shadowless layout, which makes a misprinted stamp on Pikachu especially dramatic to collectors.
Artist
The artwork is by Mitsuhiro Arita, an original Pokémon TCG illustrator who has contributed artwork to the game since its inception, giving this Pikachu art pedigree from one of the hobby’s foundational artists.
Cultural Impact
Even as a Common, Base Set Pikachu became one of the most coveted non-holo cards in vintage collecting because Pikachu is the franchise’s breakout icon and this card exists in multiple legendary variants like Red Cheeks and Ghost Stamp.
Card Reference
About Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] (Pokemon Base Set #58)
Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 58. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1996. The current market price is $155.44, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
What is the current market price of Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] from Pokemon Base Set #58?
The current market price of Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] is $155.44. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] from?
Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 58, released in 1996.
Is Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] worth grading?
Whether Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] 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 Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp]?
You can buy or sell Pikachu [1st Edition Ghost Stamp] 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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