Base — Pokémon TCG set

Base is a Pokémon TCG set released on Jan 9, 1999, with 102 cards. At current reference prices, completing it costs around $2,207. Its most valuable card is Charizard, at about $955.

The most valuable cards in Base

Charizard · 4/102 · Rare Holo — $955

Blastoise · 2/102 · Rare Holo — $229

Venusaur · 15/102 · Rare Holo — $168

Mewtwo · 10/102 · Rare Holo — $84.59

Alakazam · 1/102 · Rare Holo — $70.96

Raichu · 14/102 · Rare Holo — $63.33

Chansey · 3/102 · Rare Holo — $57.02

Gyarados · 6/102 · Rare Holo — $54.68

Clefairy · 5/102 · Rare Holo — $49.21

Zapdos · 16/102 · Rare Holo — $48.36

Frequently asked questions

How many cards does Base have?

The Base set has 102 cataloged cards (printed numbering: 102).

How much does it cost to complete Base?

At current reference prices, completing Base costs around $2,207, adding up the 101 cards with a published price. The real cost depends on each card’s condition and where you buy.

What is the most expensive card in Base?

The card with the highest reference price is Charizard, at about $955. The ten most valuable cards in the set are listed above.

How do I know which Base cards I’m missing?

By scanning your collection with TCGJoin: each card is identified with its set and number, and your Base progress shows what you own, what’s missing, and what closing it would cost.