Base Set — Card List, Value & Prices
January 9, 1999 · Base · 102 cards
Total set value
$3,403.00
7d▲ 52.9%30d▲ 54.1%
Base Set has 102 cards and is worth an estimated $3,403.00 today, based on live TCGPlayer prices.
Value history
$3,400.00▲ +$2,104.00 (+162.3%)1y
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Oct '26
- Cards
- 102
- Top chase
- 3
- Most expensive
- $1,249.98
- Cost to complete (master set)
- $3,476.00
- Value concentration (top 5)
- 78.3%
Alakazam
Rarity breakdown
- Common38
- Rare32
- Uncommon32
Chase cards
102 / 102 Cards
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Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in Base Set?
Base Set has 102 cards in the base set.
What is the most expensive card in Base Set?
The most expensive card in Base Set is Alakazam, priced at $1,250 based on live TCGPlayer prices.
How much does it cost to complete Base Set?
Completing a master set of Base Set — every card and finish with a tracked price — costs an estimated $3,476 today.
When was Base Set released?
Base Set was released on January 9, 1999.
What are the chase cards in Base Set?
The chase cards in Base Set — the cards collectors most want — are Alakazam, Charizard, Blastoise.