Ranked by ungraded value · updated Nov 12, 2026

The Most Expensive Base Set Cards

The 102 cards of Base Set (1999), ranked by current ungraded value. The top three today are Charizard 4/102 ($731), Blastoise 2/102 ($200) and Venusaur 15/102 ($153).

The full checklist, with every card’s price, is in the Base Set price guide. It is part of the Wizards of the Coast era. Across every set, see the most valuable Pokémon cards.

Ranked: 50 English cards
Order: Ungraded value, high to low
Condition: Ungraded

The top 3

#1
Charizard
Base Set · 4/102
$731
PSA 10 $40,800
#2
Blastoise
Base Set · 2/102
$200
PSA 10 $8,400
#3
Venusaur
Base Set · 15/102
$153
PSA 10 $4,440

The top 50, ungraded

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1
Charizard
Wizards of the CoastBase Set4/1021999Rare Holo
$731
Ungraded
PSA 10 $40,800
Moderate data
Charizard rears up mid-roar against a sparkling holofoil backdrop, wings spread wide and a small flame curling from its tail, art by Mitsuhiro Arita. As the Rare Holo centerpiece of Base Set, it is the card most collectors picture when they think of the original Pokémon craze. The Fire Spin attack and that open-mouthed pose keep it at the top of nearly every vintage want list.
2
Blastoise
Wizards of the CoastBase Set2/1021999Rare Holo
$200
Ungraded
PSA 10 $8,400
Moderate data
Blastoise stands upright with fists clenched and a smug sideways glance, its shell cannon jutting over one shoulder against a starry holo backdrop of blue and mossy green. Art by Ken Sugimori gives it that clean, early character-sheet look. As one of the Base Set holo starters, and with Rain Dance powering classic water decks, it remains a centerpiece for anyone chasing the original holos.
3
Venusaur
Wizards of the CoastBase Set15/1021999Rare Holo
$153
Ungraded
PSA 10 $4,440
Moderate data
Venusaur sits squat and front-facing against the starry holo foil, its broad orange flower and green fronds fanning over a pale blue body, with a calm, heavy-lidded stare. Art by Mitsuhiro Arita, it is one of the original Base Set holos that collectors chase alongside its fellow starter evolutions, and its Energy Trans power made it a real piece of early play too.
4
Alakazam
Wizards of the CoastBase Set1/1021999Rare Holo
$75.80
Ungraded
PSA 10 $3,320
Moderate data
Alakazam stands square to the viewer against a dark, starry holofoil backdrop, spoons gripped in both hands and narrowed eyes staring straight out, with faint psychic rings radiating behind it. Art by Ken Sugimori gives it that clean, early style collectors love. As a Rare Holo from Base Set, and the first card in the set's numbering, it anchors many original holo collections.
5
Raichu
Wizards of the CoastBase Set14/1021999Rare Holo
$66.90
Ungraded
PSA 10 $2,055
Strong data
Raichu stands cheerfully against a sparkling holofoil starfield, arms raised, cheeks round and its long black tail curling behind into a bright lightning-bolt tip. The clean, simple art by Ken Sugimori has the flat, friendly look of the earliest Pokémon designs. As a Rare Holo from Base Set, it belongs to the original run of holos that so many collections are built around, and Pikachu's evolution keeps steady demand.
6
Mewtwo
Wizards of the CoastBase Set10/1021999Rare Holo
$65.30
Ungraded
PSA 10 $4,560
Moderate data
Mewtwo stands alone against a dark, star-flecked holofoil background, art by Ken Sugimori in his clean, official-artwork style, its pale body outlined in red with one hand raised and the tail curling behind. This Rare Holo from Base Set is a cornerstone of the original holo lineup, and Mewtwo's fierce following keeps it near the top of every vintage collector's list.
7
Zapdos
Wizards of the CoastBase Set16/1021999Rare Holo
$49.90
Ungraded
PSA 10 $2,225
Moderate data
Zapdos faces you head on, wings flared into jagged yellow spikes, talons spread and beak pointed down, set against a dark starry holo foil with light rays bursting outward behind it. Art by Ken Sugimori, it reads like a clean official portrait of the electric bird. As a Rare Holo from Base Set, it belongs to the original holo run that so many collectors chase to complete.
8
Chansey
Wizards of the CoastBase Set3/1021999Rare Holo
$48.30
Ungraded
PSA 10 $9,600
Moderate data
Chansey stands front and center against a starry blue holo field, hands clasped politely above the egg tucked in its pouch, drawn in the clean, simple style of art by Ken Sugimori. As one of the original Base Set holos, it sits in the run of cards that started the hobby for many collectors, and its gentle, friendly look makes it a favorite for anyone rebuilding that first holo page.
9
Clefairy
Wizards of the CoastBase Set5/1021999Rare Holo
$46.40
Ungraded
PSA 10 $2,535
Moderate data
Clefairy stands against the classic starry holofoil of Base Set, a round pink figure with curled forelock and tiny smile, drawn in the clean, simple style of art by Ken Sugimori. The sparkling backdrop makes the soft pastel body pop. As one of the original holo rares, it remains a key piece for anyone completing the first set, and fans of this cheerful fairy chase it eagerly.
10
Gyarados
Wizards of the CoastBase Set6/1021999Rare Holo
$45.00
Ungraded
PSA 10 $3,630
Moderate data
Gyarados coils its pale blue and yellow body against a dark, swirling holo background, jaws wide open and whisker barbels trailing as it roars toward the left edge. Art by Mitsuhiro Arita gives it a glossy, almost sculpted look that the foil makes shimmer. As one of the original Base Set holo rares, it sits near the heart of any first-generation collection and draws steady attention from fans of the sea serpent.
11
Nidoking
Wizards of the CoastBase Set11/1021999Rare Holo
$43.10
Ungraded
PSA 10 $1,770
Moderate data
12
Machamp
Wizards of the CoastBase Set8/1021999Rare Holo
$36.25
Ungraded
PSA 10 $16,200
Strong data
13
Ninetales
Wizards of the CoastBase Set12/1021999Rare Holo
$35.70
Ungraded
PSA 10 $1,590
Moderate data
14
Magneton
Wizards of the CoastBase Set9/1021999Rare Holo
$35.00
Ungraded
PSA 10 $3,150
Moderate data
15
Poliwrath
Wizards of the CoastBase Set13/1021999Rare Holo
$31.10
Ungraded
PSA 10 $1,495
Moderate data
16
Hitmonchan
Wizards of the CoastBase Set7/1021999Rare Holo
$20.00
Ungraded
PSA 10 $2,104
Moderate data
17
Dragonair
Wizards of the CoastBase Set18/1021999Rare
$17.90
Ungraded
PSA 10 $469
Strong data
18
Dugtrio
Wizards of the CoastBase Set19/1021999Rare
$12.40
Ungraded
PSA 10 $132
Moderate data
19
Electabuzz
Wizards of the CoastBase Set20/1021999Rare
$12.00
Ungraded
PSA 10 $301
Moderate data
20
Scoop Up
Wizards of the CoastBase Set78/1021999Rare
$10.10
Ungraded
PSA 10 $198
Moderate data
21
Electrode
Wizards of the CoastBase Set21/1021999Rare
$9.90
Ungraded
PSA 10 $195
Strong data
22
Pidgeotto
Wizards of the CoastBase Set22/1021999Rare
$9.37
Ungraded
PSA 10 $184
Strong data
23
Item Finder
Wizards of the CoastBase Set74/1021999Rare
$8.67
Ungraded
PSA 10 $101
Strong data
24
Clefairy Doll
Wizards of the CoastBase Set70/1021999Rare
$8.09
Ungraded
PSA 10 $441
Strong data
25
Pokémon Breeder
Wizards of the CoastBase Set76/1021999Rare
$8.09
Ungraded
PSA 10 $210
Strong data
26
Impostor Professor Oak
Wizards of the CoastBase Set73/1021999Rare
$7.71
Ungraded
PSA 10 $331
Strong data
27
Devolution Spray
Wizards of the CoastBase Set72/1021999Rare
$7.60
Ungraded
PSA 10 $313
Moderate data
28
Pikachu
Wizards of the CoastBase Set58/1021999Common
$7.37
Ungraded
PSA 10 $597
Moderate data
29
Squirtle
Wizards of the CoastBase Set63/1021999Common
$6.84
Ungraded
PSA 10 $400
Moderate data
30
Double Colorless Energy
Wizards of the CoastBase Set96/1021999Uncommon
$6.50
Ungraded
PSA 10 $599
Strong data
31
Wartortle
Wizards of the CoastBase Set42/1021999Uncommon
$6.30
Ungraded
PSA 10 $255
Strong data
32
Beedrill
Wizards of the CoastBase Set17/1021999Rare
$6.10
Ungraded
PSA 10 $188
Strong data
33
Pokémon Trader
Wizards of the CoastBase Set77/1021999Rare
$5.60
Ungraded
PSA 10 $317
Strong data
34
Bulbasaur
Wizards of the CoastBase Set44/1021999Common
$5.14
Ungraded
PSA 10 $373
Strong data
35
Ivysaur
Wizards of the CoastBase Set30/1021999Uncommon
$5.09
Ungraded
PSA 10 $295
Limited data
36
Dewgong
Wizards of the CoastBase Set25/1021999Uncommon
$4.11
Ungraded
PSA 10 $136
Strong data
37
Super Energy Removal
Wizards of the CoastBase Set79/1021999Rare
$4.03
Ungraded
PSA 10 $121
Moderate data
38
Charmeleon
Wizards of the CoastBase Set24/1021999Uncommon
$4.01
Ungraded
PSA 10 $255
Strong data
39
Computer Search
Wizards of the CoastBase Set71/1021999Rare
$3.98
Ungraded
PSA 10 $105
Limited data
40
Arcanine
Wizards of the CoastBase Set23/1021999Uncommon
$3.96
Ungraded
PSA 10 $408
Strong data
41
Magikarp
Wizards of the CoastBase Set35/1021999Uncommon
$3.92
Ungraded
PSA 10 $450
Strong data
42
Nidorino
Wizards of the CoastBase Set37/1021999Uncommon
$3.89
Ungraded
PSA 10 $168
Strong data
43
Lass
Wizards of the CoastBase Set75/1021999Rare
$3.71
Ungraded
PSA 10 $79.20
Strong data
44
Porygon
Wizards of the CoastBase Set39/1021999Uncommon
$3.67
Ungraded
Strong data
45
Kadabra
Wizards of the CoastBase Set32/1021999Uncommon
$3.53
Ungraded
PSA 10 $271
Strong data
46
Pokémon Flute
Wizards of the CoastBase Set86/1021999Uncommon
$3.17
Ungraded
PSA 10 $210
Strong data
47
Raticate
Wizards of the CoastBase Set40/1021999Uncommon
$3.06
Ungraded
PSA 10 $204
Strong data
48
Magmar
Wizards of the CoastBase Set36/1021999Uncommon
$3.00
Ungraded
PSA 10 $145
Strong data
49
Charmander
Wizards of the CoastBase Set46/1021999Common
$2.92
Ungraded
Strong data
50
Maintenance
Wizards of the CoastBase Set83/1021999Uncommon
$2.92
Ungraded
PSA 10 $168
Strong data

Graded

Ungraded, PSA 9 and PSA 10: the top 5

Charizard, Base Set 4/102

Ungraded
$731
PSA 9
$3,250
4.4x the ungraded price
PSA 10
$40,800
55.8x the ungraded price

Ungraded, PSA 9 and PSA 10 values of the top 5 cards, with the PSA 10 multiple of the ungraded price
Card	Ungraded	PSA 9	PSA 10	PSA 10 ÷ ungraded
Charizard 4/102	$731	$3,250	$40,800	55.8x
Blastoise 2/102	$200	$1,035	$8,400	42.0x
Venusaur 15/102	$153	$622	$4,440	29.0x
Alakazam 1/102	$75.80	$344	$3,320	43.8x
Raichu 14/102	$66.90	$386	$2,055	30.7x

Graded values are read from sales of slabbed copies. When grading pays.

Common questions

What is the most expensive Base Set card?

Charizard 4/102, at $731 ungraded and $40,800 as a PSA 10.

How many Base Set cards are worth over $100?

Of the 102 Base Set cards with a price, 3 are worth $100 or more ungraded. The rest sell for less, most of them for a few dollars.

What makes a Base Set card valuable?

Scarcity, condition and demand for the character. 10 of the top 10 here are Rare Holo cards. Condition is the other lever: Charizard 4/102 is worth $731 ungraded and $40,800 as a PSA 10, 55.8 times more.

How often are these prices updated?

Every day. The prices on this page were last read Nov 12, 2026, from recorded sales of each card.

How this list is ranked

Cards are ordered by their current ungraded value. A PSA 10 copy of a card can be worth many times more, which is why graded values are shown but kept out of the order. Only English-language cards are included. How we price cards