1999 Pokémon Base Set Shadowless Pikachu Red Cheeks PSA 9 Mint Pokémon Card WOTC

The Corrected Classic – Shadowless Rarity

This 1999 Base Set Shadowless Pikachu Red Cheeks PSA 9 Mint represents the corrected version of Pikachu—after Wizards realized the cheeks should be red, not yellow. As a Shadowless print (the second, shorter print run), this card is significantly rarer than Unlimited editions and highly sought after by serious collectors.

⚡ What Makes This Special

• Shadowless Print: No shadow on the right side of the artwork box—a key identifier of the scarce second print run
• Red Cheeks Variant: The corrected version matching Pikachu's anime and game appearance
• PSA 9 Mint Grade: Near-perfect condition with strong eye appeal
• Iconic Pokémon: The face of the franchise in authenticated, investment-grade form
• WOTC Era: Original Wizards of the Coast production quality

📊 Rarity & Investment Value

Shadowless cards occupy a sweet spot in vintage Pokémon collecting—rarer than Unlimited but more accessible than 1st Edition. The Shadowless print run was brief, making these cards significantly scarcer than their Unlimited counterparts. Combined with Pikachu's status as the franchise mascot, this card offers strong collectibility and appreciation potential.

The Red Cheeks variant is the "correct" version, making it more desirable than the Yellow Cheeks error. In PSA 9 condition, this Pikachu represents an excellent balance of quality, rarity, and value for collectors building premium vintage sets.

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Condition: PSA 9 Mint
Set: 1999 Base Set Shadowless
Card Number: 58/102
Variant: Red Cheeks (Corrected)
Grading Authority: PSA
Type: Electric