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Raticate [1st Edition]
Pokemon Base Set•#40
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$22.93Market Price
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Raticate [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This Base Set Raticate is one of the earliest English printings of the Pokémon TCG, with card #40/102 appearing in the inaugural Base Set that launched in the United States on January 9, 1999.
In-Game
Its signature attack, Super Fang, directly mirrors Raticate’s video-game move, giving the card a classic early-TCG feel where recognizable game mechanics were translated almost literally onto cardboard.
Artist
The artwork is credited to Ken Sugimori, the iconic illustrator behind the original Pokémon game artwork, which gives this card the unmistakable Gen I look collectors instantly associate with the franchise’s roots.
Set Lore
Because it is a 1st Edition Base Set card, this Raticate belongs to the print run that collectors treat as the starting line of English Pokémon card history and one of the hobby’s most nostalgic releases.
Cultural Impact
Base Set cards like Raticate helped fuel the original 1999 Pokémon craze, and the set has since become one of the defining touchstones of vintage card collecting.
Card Reference
About Raticate [1st Edition]
Raticate [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 40. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $22.93, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Card details
- Card Number
- #40
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Raticate [1st Edition]?
The current market price of Raticate [1st Edition] is $22.93. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Raticate [1st Edition] from?
Raticate [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 40, released in 1999.
Is Raticate [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Raticate [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 Raticate [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Raticate [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 2,500 PSA graded copies tracked.