1999 Pokémon Base Set 1st Edition Pikachu Yellow Cheeks PSA 9 Mint Pokémon Card WOTC

The Icon That Started It All

This isn't just any Pikachu—this is the Yellow Cheeks variant from the legendary 1999 Base Set first edition, professionally graded PSA 9 Mint. One of the most sought-after cards in the Pokémon TCG, this piece represents both nostalgia and serious investment potential.

🔍 What Makes This Special

• Yellow Cheeks Variant: The original printing before the red cheeks correction, making this a true first-run collectible
• PSA 9 Mint Grade: Near-perfect condition with only minor imperfections invisible to the naked eye
• 1st Edition Stamp: The mark of authenticity that separates investment-grade cards from unlimited prints
• WOTC Era: Wizards of the Coast original—the cards that defined a generation

📊 Collector's Notes

The Yellow Cheeks Pikachu is one of the most iconic error variants in Pokémon history. When Wizards of the Coast realized Pikachu's cheeks should be red (matching the video games and anime), they corrected future printings—but these yellow-cheeked originals had already entered circulation, creating instant collectibility.

In PSA 9 condition, this card offers an accessible entry point into high-grade 1st Edition collecting while maintaining strong appreciation potential. It's the perfect centerpiece for Base Set collectors or a nostalgic investment for those who grew up with Pokémon Red and Blue.

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Condition: PSA 9 Mint
Set: 1999 Base Set 1st Edition
Card Number: 58/102
Grading Authority: PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)
Variant: Yellow Cheeks (Original Print)