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Beedrill [1st Edition]
Pokemon Base Set•#17
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$153.97Market Price
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Beedrill [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Beedrill #17 is one of the original non-holo Rares from the very first English Pokémon TCG expansion, Base Set, giving this 1st Edition copy a direct link to the hobby’s 1999 beginning.
Artist
The artwork is by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer, which gives this card the unmistakable early-era look collectors associate with the franchise’s roots.
Set Lore
Because English 1st Edition Base Set cards were printed in the shadowless style, a 1st Edition Beedrill carries one of the most iconic visual tells of vintage WotC collecting.
Card History
Base Set Beedrill is also remembered by error-card fans because corrected-error lists for the set note a 'D.efending' typo on its attack text.
Cultural Impact
Beedrill has been part of Pokémon since the franchise’s earliest media, debuting in the anime’s original series and even appearing as a Poké Ball summon in the first Super Smash Bros., which adds extra nostalgia to its Base Set card.
Card Reference
About Beedrill [1st Edition]
Beedrill [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 17. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $153.97, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Card details
- Card Number
- #17
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Beedrill [1st Edition]?
The current market price of Beedrill [1st Edition] is $153.97. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Beedrill [1st Edition] from?
Beedrill [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 17, released in 1999.
Is Beedrill [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Beedrill [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 Beedrill [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Beedrill [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 1,000 PSA graded copies tracked.