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Machoke [1st Edition]
Pokemon Base Set•#34
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$52.90Market Price
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Machoke [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Machoke #34 is part of the original English Base Set, so a 1st Edition copy comes from the first wave of the set that launched Pokémon cards into North American collecting history in 1999.
Artist
This card uses artwork by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer, which gives Machoke the clean, classic look collectors instantly associate with the franchise’s earliest era.
In-Game
Machoke’s Base Set flavor text directly echoes its Pokédex lore: its body is so powerful that it wears a power-save belt to regulate its movements, making the belt one of the species’ most recognizable design traits.
Card History
Its attack lineup feels perfectly on-theme for early Pokémon TCG design, with Karate Chop getting weaker as Machoke takes damage while Submission hits hard but hurts itself, capturing the reckless power of the Machop line.
Set Lore
Because 1st Edition Base Set cards are part of the hobby’s foundational checklist, even an Uncommon like Machoke carries extra nostalgia as a piece of the set many collectors still dream of completing in stamped form.
Card Reference
About Machoke [1st Edition]
Machoke [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 34. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $52.90, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo, with 1 listing currently for sale.
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Card details
- Card Number
- #34
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Machoke [1st Edition]?
The current market price of Machoke [1st Edition] is $52.90. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Machoke [1st Edition] from?
Machoke [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 34, released in 1999.
Is Machoke [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Machoke [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 Machoke [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Machoke [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 1,500 PSA graded copies tracked.