You can usually find alternate versions or accept cards below Near Mint condition, but card quantities seem more sparse than other competitors
According to Old Sports Cards, the most valuable 1st Edition Base Set Pokmon cards are: Alakazam: $2,800 Clefairy: $2,500 Raichu: $2,500 Venusaur: $2,200 Mewtwo: $2,200 Charizard: $24,000 Blastoise: $5,500 Chancey: $3,500 Hitmonchan: $3,250 Ninetales: $3,000 If youre wondering why Logic paid 10x what a 1st Ed
The 197-card base is accessible, prices on most singles are reasonable, and the set has been out long enough that supply is stable
Company: Pokemon USA Brand: Pokemon Series: Promo Cards Item Type: Single Card Release Date: June 2009 UPC: 0665096692265 Stock #: 436334 Our Guarantees to You, Our Valued Customer