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Raichu
Pokemon Fossil  ·  1999  ·  #29
8.5 Crown Grade
Near Mint+
Cert # 000027510
Subgrades
9 Centering
8 Corners
8 Edges
9 Surface
Centering60/40 or better on the front. 80/20 or better on the back.
CornersClean corners with minor visible wear & softening. Tiny nicks are visible upon close inspection and more noticeable under magnification.
EdgesEdges have very minimal nicks, fraying, & chipping. Not noticeable upon quick inspection, but after thorough evaluation it is slightly visible.
SurfaceNear-perfect surface with only the tiniest imperfections visible under close inspection. Surface appears clean and free of noticeable marks.
Card Notes
Fossil represents a pivotal moment in Pokemon's collectible card game history, arriving in 1999 when the TCG was still establishing itself as a genuine collecting phenomenon. This set introduced several iconic cards and continued the game's early momentum, featuring creatures from the original 151 and establishing visual and mechanical themes that collectors still recognize today. Raichu #29 captures one of Pokemon's most beloved evolution lines in a classic pose that exemplifies Fossil's artwork style. As a Stage 1 electric-type, it remains sought after by players and collectors alike who appreciate both its competitive history and its place in the foundational era of the trading card game.
Market Value
$39.47 Grade 8-8.5 value
Source: PriceCharting · Updated Nov 05, 2026
Market Reference
Raw / Ungraded
$5.97
Grade 8-8.5
$39.47
Value by Grade · PriceCharting
Price data from PriceCharting
Population Insights
3 Total Pop
2 This Grade
1 Higher Grade
0 Lower Grade
Grade Count
9 1
8.5 THIS SLAB 2
★  Subgrade Ranking
Ranks #1 of 2 among Grade 8.5 copies
Subgrade Profile — Centering / Corners / Edges / Surface
9 / 8 / 8 / 9
0 Better
1 Equal
1 Lower
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