Poliwrath [Shadowless] - Pokemon Base Set #13
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Poliwrath [Shadowless] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Poliwrath is one of the original Base Set holographic rares, and the Shadowless version comes from the earliest English print run of the Pokémon TCG, giving this card extra cachet among vintage collectors.
Artist
This card was illustrated by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer, which gives Shadowless Poliwrath the unmistakable early-era look collectors associate with the franchise’s first generation.
In-Game
Both attacks on this card are rooted in the video games: Water Gun is a classic move Poliwrath can learn, while Whirlpool was introduced in Generation II and is also part of Poliwrath’s move pool.
Card History
Its English flavor text is adapted from Poliwrath’s Pokédex entry in Pokémon Red and Blue, tying the card directly to the earliest Game Boy era that launched Pokémon into pop culture.
Set Lore
Because Shadowless cards were part of the first English Base Set wave before the later shadowed Unlimited printings, this Poliwrath represents a distinct and instantly recognizable snapshot of 1999 Pokémon history.
Card Reference
About Poliwrath [Shadowless] (Pokemon Base Set #13)
Poliwrath [Shadowless] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 13. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $158.64, 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 $66.33 to $280.98, with a median of $159.97.
Card details
- Card Number
- #13
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Poliwrath [Shadowless] from Pokemon Base Set #13?
The current market price of Poliwrath [Shadowless] is $158.64. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Poliwrath [Shadowless] from?
Poliwrath [Shadowless] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 13, released in 1999.
Is Poliwrath [Shadowless] worth grading?
Whether Poliwrath [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 Poliwrath [Shadowless]?
You can buy or sell Poliwrath [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.