Expedition Base Set chase cards

The top 10 Expedition Base Set chase cards

1. 

   #1 Charizard – Rare Holo

   6/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Charizard banks through a starry holofoil sky, wings spread wide, mouth open and tail flame trailing behind, rendered in a glossy computer-generated style by art by Hiromichi Sugiyama. As a Rare Holo from Expedition Base Set, the first e-Card release, it pairs the most chased Fire-type in the hobby with that era's distinctive yellow borders and dot-code strip, making it a staple for Charizard collectors.

   Ungraded

   $2,400

   PSA 10

   $139,500

   Gem rate

   1.2%

   The most valuable chase card in Expedition Base Set ungraded; a PSA 10 copy sells for 58× that ($139,500), and 1.2% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10.

2. 

   #2 Mew – Rare Holo

   19/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Mew floats curled up against a sparkling cosmos holo, its long tail looping beneath it and its big blue eye turned toward you, with soft painted foliage fading in at the edges. Art by Hajime Kusajima, it pairs a beloved Mythical Pokémon with the starry holo pattern that defines the e-Card era, and the cream-and-purple Expedition frame makes it a favorite for Mew collectors.

   Ungraded

   $2,200

   PSA 10

   $175,297

   Gem rate

   1.3%

   Number 2 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 80× that ($175,297), and 1.3% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is up 26% over four weeks.

3. 

   #3 Gengar – Rare Holo

   13/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Gengar stands square to the viewer on a dusky, rocky ground, red eyes narrowed above that wide toothy grin, with a starry night sky and spindly teal plants framing it, art by Yukiko Baba. The sparkling holo foil fills the whole art box, a signature look of the E-Card era. Gengar's devoted fanbase and this set's scarce holos keep collectors hunting it.

   Ungraded

   $1,600

   PSA 10

   $112,799

   Gem rate

   3.1%

   Number 3 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 70× that ($112,799), and 3.1% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is up 55% over four weeks.

4. 

   #4 Dragonite – Rare Holo

   9/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Dragonite fills the frame in a tight close-up against a starry night sky, its round belly and clawed hand pushed toward you while its green wings spread behind. Art by Kagemaru Himeno, the soft painted style and cosmic holo backdrop give it a warm, friendly feel. As a Rare Holo from the E-Card era's Expedition Base Set, it draws fans of Dragonite and that distinctive dot-bordered design.

   Ungraded

   $1,250

   PSA 10

   $234,648

   Gem rate

   1.4%

   Number 4 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 188× that ($234,648), and 1.4% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is up 12% over four weeks.

5. 

   #5 Tyranitar – Rare Holo

   29/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Tyranitar looms out of a sparkling cosmos holo, a smooth computer-rendered figure mid-stride with its jaws open and rocky debris drifting around it like asteroids. The art by Kimiya Masago gives the e-Card era its distinct glossy, sculpted look. Fans of the Dark-type heavyweight chase this Rare Holo from Expedition Base Set for that starfield foil and the clean, menacing pose.

   Ungraded

   $900

   PSA 10

   $40,000

   Gem rate

   3.2%

   Number 5 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 44× that ($40,000), and 3.2% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is up 68% over four weeks.

6. 

   #6 Blastoise – Rare Holo

   4/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Blastoise surges toward you through churning white spray, cannons raised and head low, rendered in the glossy CG style that defines the e-Card era, with art by Kimiya Masago. The holo foil sparkles through the mist and water. As a Rare Holo of a Kanto starter from Expedition Base Set, it draws fans of the original lineup and collectors chasing the e-Card look with its distinctive yellow border.

   Ungraded

   $750

   PSA 10

   $31,500

   Gem rate

   4.5%

   Number 6 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 42× that ($31,500), and 4.5% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is up 8.0% over four weeks.

7. 

   #7 Feraligatr – Rare Holo

   12/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Feraligatr surges toward you half-submerged, its red crest and wide jaw breaking the water line while the rest of its body glides beneath the surface against a dark, leafy backdrop. Art by Mitsuhiro Arita, the cosmos holo sparkles across the whole scene and makes the underwater cutaway feel deep. Johto starter fans prize this e-Card era holo, where the yellow-bordered Expedition design gives Feraligatr a distinctive look.

   Ungraded

   $700

   PSA 10

   $33,000

   Gem rate

   3.1%

   Number 7 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 47× that ($33,000), and 3.1% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is up 11% over four weeks.

8. 

   #8 Mewtwo – Rare Holo

   20/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Mewtwo floats against a starry, sparkling holo backdrop, arms flung wide and tail curling behind it in a smooth, glossy CG rendering, art by Kimiya Masago. The pose feels dramatic and weightless, like it is drifting through space. As a Rare Holo from Expedition Base Set, the first e-Card series release, it pairs a fan-favorite Psychic Pokémon with the distinctive yellow e-Card border collectors love.

   Ungraded

   $440

   PSA 10

   $144,000

   Gem rate

   3.0%

   Number 8 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 327× that ($144,000), and 3.0% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is down 11% over four weeks.

9. 

   #9 Alakazam – Rare Holo

   1/165 · Expedition Base Set

   Alakazam sits cross-legged in a meditative pose, spoons in hand, floating against a swirling purple and green cosmic backdrop dotted with glowing orbs, art by Hajime Kusajima. The holofoil sparkles across the whole scene, giving it a starry, psychic feel. As a Rare Holo from the e-Card era's Expedition Base Set, it draws fans of the classic Psychic favorite and collectors chasing those textured, hard-to-find holos.

   Ungraded

   $401

   PSA 10

   $24,300

   Gem rate

   5.7%

   Number 9 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 61× that ($24,300), and 5.7% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10.

10. 

    #10 Pichu – Rare Holo

    22/165 · Expedition Base Set

    Pichu floats mid-leap with its eyes squeezed shut in a big happy grin, cheeks glowing pink, surrounded by drifting white daisies against a starry blue holo sky. Art by Atsuko Nishida, it has the soft, dreamy feel collectors love from the e-Card era. As a Rare Holo from Expedition Base Set, it draws Pikachu-line fans and anyone chasing that set's distinctive holo pattern.

    Ungraded

    $400

    PSA 10

    $114,000

    Gem rate

    3.7%

    Number 10 in Expedition Base Set by ungraded value; a PSA 10 copy sells for 285× that ($114,000), and 3.7% of PSA-graded copies have come back a 10. Its ungraded price is down 9.4% over four weeks.