The number of **Unlimited Blastoise cards** from the original 1999 Pokémon Base Set is not precisely documented in terms of exact print quantity, but some key facts and context can clarify the scope and rarity of these cards.
The **Unlimited Base Set** refers to the third print run of the original Pokémon Base Set, following the 1st Edition and Shadowless print runs. Unlike the 1st Edition and Shadowless cards, Unlimited cards do not have a special stamp or shadow border, making them the most common print run of the Base Set. The Unlimited Blastoise card is identified by the lack of the “1st Edition” stamp and the presence of a shadow around the card image, which differentiates it from the Shadowless version.
Regarding the **quantity**, Wizards of the Coast (WOTC), the original publisher of the Pokémon TCG, never publicly released exact print run numbers for the Unlimited Base Set cards. However, it is widely accepted among collectors and industry experts that the Unlimited print run was very large, likely in the millions, as it was intended to meet the high demand after the initial 1st Edition and Shadowless runs sold out. This means **millions of Unlimited Blastoise cards exist worldwide**.
To give some perspective on rarity and value:
– The Unlimited Blastoise holo card (#2/102) is considered common relative to the 1st Edition and Shadowless versions but is still highly sought after due to Blastoise’s popularity.
– Recent sales data show that moderately played Unlimited Blastoise holo cards typically sell for around $45 to $90, depending on condition[1][3][4].
– Graded versions, especially those with high grades like PSA 9 or PSA 10, can fetch significantly higher prices, sometimes over $1,000, reflecting collector demand rather than scarcity[4].
There are also other Blastoise cards from different sets and expansions, such as the Dark Blastoise from the Team Rocket set, but these are separate from the Unlimited Base Set print run and have their own print quantities and rarity profiles[2].
In summary, while **exact print numbers for Unlimited Blastoise cards are not publicly available**, the Unlimited Base Set print run was very large, making these cards relatively common compared to earlier print runs. Millions of Unlimited Blastoise cards exist, but their value depends heavily on condition and grading. This information is supported by sales data and collector market analysis from sources like Sports Card Investor, PriceCharting, and TCGPlayer[1][3][4].
