1999 Pokémon Base Set 1st Edition Sandshrew PSA 9 Mint Pokémon Card WOTC

Ground-Type Classic in Near-Perfect Condition

This 1999 Base Set 1st Edition Sandshrew PSA 9 Mint brings back memories of Mt. Moon encounters and early-game strategy. Graded PSA 9, this card represents excellent condition with only minor imperfections invisible to the naked eye—an ideal balance of quality and value.

🔍 Card Highlights

• PSA 9 Mint Grade: Near-perfect condition with strong eye appeal and investment potential
• 1st Edition Stamp: From the original 1999 print run that started the global phenomenon
• Accessible Entry Point: High-grade vintage collecting without the PSA 10 premium
• WOTC Era Authenticity: Original Wizards of the Coast production quality

📊 Smart Collecting Strategy

PSA 9 cards offer exceptional value for collectors and investors. While PSA 10s command premium prices, PSA 9 examples often look virtually identical to the naked eye and represent 70-80% of the cost. For set builders working toward a complete 1st Edition Base Set, PSA 9s provide a strategic path to completion without sacrificing quality.

Sandshrew may not be the flashiest card in the set, but it's an essential piece of the 102-card puzzle. Every complete set needs one, and this authenticated example ensures you're getting genuine quality.

🛡️ Retro Vault Guarantee

Professionally graded by PSA and sealed in a tamper-evident case. Ships with full insurance and tracking. The card in our photos is the exact card you'll receive.

Condition: PSA 9 Mint
Set: 1999 Base Set 1st Edition
Card Number: 62/102
Grading Authority: PSA
Type: Fighting