Magneton [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #9
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Magneton [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Base Set Magneton is one of the original English holo rares from the 102-card Base Set, giving this 1st Edition copy a direct link to the hobby’s January 9, 1999 launch era.
Artist
Its artwork was illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi, one of the very small group of artists credited on the original Base Set, which helps give early WotC holos their distinct first-generation identity.
In-Game
This card’s Thunder Wave attack is pulled straight from a move Magneton can learn in the video games, tying the card closely to Magneton’s in-game Electric-type toolkit.
Card History
Its explosive Selfdestruct attack is a classic early-TCG oddity, because Bulbapedia notes Magneton cannot actually learn Self-Destruct in the games even though the card turns it into a dramatic holo rare finisher.
Cultural Impact
The flavor text about Magneton appearing when sunspots flare up comes from Pokémon Red and Blue, preserving the strange sci-fi mystery that made early Pokédex-era cards feel like snapshots from the original games.
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About Magneton [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #9)
Magneton [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 9. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $407.50, 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 $21.34 to $407.50, with a median of $400.00.
Card details
- Card Number
- #9
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Magneton [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #9?
The current market price of Magneton [1st Edition] is $407.50. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Magneton [1st Edition] from?
Magneton [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 9, released in 1999.
Is Magneton [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Magneton [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 Magneton [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Magneton [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 2,500 PSA graded copies tracked.