Electabuzz [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #20
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Electabuzz [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Electabuzz’s Base Set card is a memorable early-game attacker because both of its attacks, Thundershock and Thunderpunch, were lifted directly from moves Electabuzz can learn in the video games, giving this card a strong Gen I feel collectors instantly recognize.
In-Game
This card’s flavor text is rooted in Pokémon Red and Blue, where Electabuzz is associated with the Power Plant and described as a blackout-causing wanderer, tying the card closely to one of Kanto’s most iconic Electric-type locations.
Artist
The artwork is by Ken Sugimori, one of the defining visual architects of early Pokémon, and Base Set itself featured only a small group of original artists, which makes Sugimori-illustrated vintage cards especially evocative of the franchise’s first era.
Set Lore
As a 1st Edition Base Set card, this Electabuzz comes from the English release’s first printing, the historic debut wave that introduced Pokémon cards to the West and helped turn Base Set into the hobby’s most iconic vintage release.
Card History
This exact Electabuzz artwork proved enduring enough to be reused in later Pokémon TCG releases, including a Platinum-era reprint and a Best of Game winner version, which gives the original Base Set printing extra historical weight for collectors.
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About Electabuzz [1st Edition] (Pokemon Base Set #20)
Electabuzz [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 20. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $145.42, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo, with 2 listings currently for sale.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $100.45 to $145.42, with a median of $127.02.
Card details
- Card Number
- #20
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Electabuzz [1st Edition] from Pokemon Base Set #20?
The current market price of Electabuzz [1st Edition] is $145.42. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Electabuzz [1st Edition] from?
Electabuzz [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 20, released in 1999.
Is Electabuzz [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Electabuzz [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 Electabuzz [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Electabuzz [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.