Zapdos
Pokemon • Base Set
Card Type
Basic
Set & Number
Base Set - 16/102
Rarity
Holo Rare
Edition & Language
Unlimited • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Lightly Played (LP)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $40, Graded PSA 7/8: $50 - $90
Recent Sales
Recent raw Base Set Zapdos sales range between $25 and $45 depending on exact condition.
Condition Details
Minor edge wear visible on the yellow borders, slight whitening on the bottom back edges, clean surface with minor micro-scratches on the foil window typical of binder storage.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless aiming for a personal collection piece, as the cost of grading may outweigh the value increase for an LP copy.
Card Description
Electric Pokemon. Length: 5' 3", Weight: 116 lbs. Attacks: Thunder (40 damage, flip a coin, if tails Zapdos does 30 damage to itself) and Thunderbolt (100 damage, discard all Energy cards attached to Zapdos in order to use this attack). Weakness: none. Resistance: Fighting (-30). Retreat cost: 3 colorless energy.
Notable Features
Standard Unlimited Holo Rare with classic Base Set design and vintage Wizards of the Coast copyright text.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with correct font styling, proper layout, clear holographic foil shine, and correct Wizards of the Coast copyright indicators.
Scanned: 2026-08-22T21:41:47.747546