Wartortle [Shadowless] - Pokemon Base Set #42
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Wartortle [Shadowless] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Wartortle #42 is part of the English Base Set’s famous Shadowless run, a transitional early print that came after 1st Edition and before the fully shadowed Unlimited version, making this card a distinct piece of the hobby’s earliest English history.
Set Lore
Because Base Set was the first English Pokémon TCG expansion, Shadowless cards like this Wartortle are tied directly to the game’s original launch era in the West and remain some of the most recognizable vintage cards ever printed.
Artist
This card is illustrated by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer whose artwork helped define the visual identity of Generation I, giving Wartortle [Shadowless] an unmistakably classic early-Pokémon look.
In-Game
Wartortle itself is a Generation I Pokémon from the original Kanto Pokédex, evolving from Squirtle into Blastoise, so this card captures the middle stage of one of the franchise’s most iconic starter lines.
Cultural Impact
The card’s flavor and Pokédex lore emphasize Wartortle’s unusual furry ears and tail being used for balance while swimming, a quirky design detail that helped make it stand out from more straightforward turtle monsters in early Pokémon culture.
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About Wartortle [Shadowless] (Pokemon Base Set #42)
Wartortle [Shadowless] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 42. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $37.56, 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 $29.58 to $38.02, with a median of $33.69.
Card details
- Card Number
- #42
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Wartortle [Shadowless] from Pokemon Base Set #42?
The current market price of Wartortle [Shadowless] is $37.56. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Wartortle [Shadowless] from?
Wartortle [Shadowless] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 42, released in 1999.
Is Wartortle [Shadowless] worth grading?
Whether Wartortle [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 Wartortle [Shadowless]?
You can buy or sell Wartortle [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 3,000 PSA graded copies tracked.
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