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Growlithe [1st Edition]
Pokemon Base Set•#28
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$67.02Market Price
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Growlithe [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This card is Growlithe’s original English TCG appearance, debuting in Base Set before being reprinted in Base Set 2 and Legendary Collection, which gives 1st Edition copies a special place in the earliest history of the hobby.
Artist
Base Set Growlithe is illustrated by Ken Sugimori, the artist behind the original official artwork for all 151 Generation I Pokémon, so this card carries the same foundational visual identity that defined Pokémon’s earliest era.
In-Game
The card’s flavor text is lifted from Pokémon Red and Blue, making it feel like a direct bridge between the very first video games and the first English Pokémon card set.
Set Lore
As an Uncommon in the 102-card Base Set, Growlithe sits inside the expansion that launched the English Pokémon TCG in 1999, the set most collectors see as the beginning of the entire modern Pokémon card chase.
Cultural Impact
Growlithe’s long-running appeal comes from its loyal guardian-dog image, and Bulbapedia notes its design may draw on komainu-style lion-dog guardians, which makes this early card feel even more like a pocket-sized protector from Pokémon’s first generation.
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About Growlithe [1st Edition]
Growlithe [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 28. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $67.02, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Card details
- Card Number
- #28
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Growlithe [1st Edition]?
The current market price of Growlithe [1st Edition] is $67.02. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Growlithe [1st Edition] from?
Growlithe [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 28, released in 1999.
Is Growlithe [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Growlithe [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 Growlithe [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Growlithe [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.