Dragonair [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #18
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Dragonair [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Dragonair #18 is one of the original non-holo Rare cards from the 102-card English Base Set, giving this 1st Edition copy a place in the very first wave of Pokémon TCG history outside Japan.
Artist
This card was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of Base Set’s defining artists and the same illustrator credited on several of the era’s most iconic cards, which gives Dragonair extra appeal for collectors who chase early Arita artwork.
In-Game
Dragonair’s Base Set flavor text comes straight from its original Pokédex identity in the games, describing it as a mystical Pokémon with a gentle aura that can change climate conditions.
Card History
In the anime, Ash’s Pokédex describes Dragonair as a Pokémon that can make it rain or snow and even fly without wings, which perfectly matches the card’s serene, almost supernatural reputation.
Cultural Impact
Dragonair has long been treated in Pokémon lore as a near-divine creature, with later Pokédex entries saying agricultural peoples revered it for its power over the weather and considered sightings auspicious.
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About Dragonair [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #18)
Dragonair [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 18. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $183.33, 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 $175.00 to $183.33, with a median of $181.00.
Card details
- Card Number
- #18
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Dragonair [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #18?
The current market price of Dragonair [1st Edition] is $183.33. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Dragonair [1st Edition] from?
Dragonair [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 18, released in 1999.
Is Dragonair [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Dragonair [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 Dragonair [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Dragonair [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 2,000 PSA graded copies tracked.