{"product_id":"1999-pokemon-base-set-holo-blastoise-2-psa-8","title":"1999 Pokemon Base Set Holo Blastoise #2 PSA 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1999 Pokémon Base Set Holo Blastoise #2 graded PSA 5 is one of the three original starter evolutions from the set that launched the Pokémon TCG in English. Blastoise remains one of the most recognizable and collected cards from Base Set, featuring the powerful Water-type with holographic artwork that defined the early era of Pokémon collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 5 (EX) shows minor wear while preserving the card's original detail and vibrant holo finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Card:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blastoise is one of the original trio of starter evolutions alongside Charizard and Venusaur from the 1999 Base Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolographic Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the classic Wizards of the Coast holo pattern that made Base Set cards instantly recognizable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #2\/102 in the Base Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Demand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistently sought after as a cornerstone card from the first English Pokémon set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1999\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokémon Base Set (Wizards of the Coast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer \/ character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blastoise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #2\/102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrading company:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 (EX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a PSA 5 grade mean for this card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePSA 5 (EX) indicates the card has minor wear but retains strong eye appeal with intact corners, edges, and surface detail. The holographic finish and colors remain vibrant despite being over two decades old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this card from the original 1999 Base Set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, this is from the original 1999 Wizards of the Coast Pokémon Base Set, the first English release of Pokémon cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Blastoise so popular among collectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlastoise is one of the three original starter evolutions from Base Set and remains iconic alongside Charizard and Venusaur. Its status as a cornerstone Pokémon and the set's historical significance drive consistent collector demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy shop with Monmouth Cards\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-mc-trust\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated 4.82 out of 5\u003c\/strong\u003e by 6,466 verified customers on .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized retailer and distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e of Topps, Panini, Upper Deck, Leaf, Pokémon, Bandai, Wizards of the Coast, Ravensburger, Konami, Funko, Mitchell \u0026amp; Ness and Franklin Sports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized PSA submission center\u003c\/strong\u003e - drop off your cards for grading at any of our stores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 retail stores\u003c\/strong\u003e across New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts, with free local pickup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% authentic, guaranteed\u003c\/strong\u003e - sourced directly from the manufacturers, authorized distributors and trusted collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"mysite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67873712898323,"sku":"146161993","price":224.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/2449\/5123\/files\/1787943627822836658_1_20260828190038_1.jpg?v=1793255590","url":"https:\/\/islestyle.store\/products\/1999-pokemon-base-set-holo-blastoise-2-psa-8","provider":"ISLESTYLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}