1999 Pokemon Fossil Holofoil Kabutops #9/62
Kabutops (Pokémon) · Wizards of the Coast · Holographic Rare
Player
Kabutops (Pokémon)
Set
Fossil (Unlimited)
Year
1999
Card #
9/62
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT): The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and top. Visible corner wear is present on the top-right and bottom-right edges. The surface shows some potential light scratching on the holofoil, which is common for this era.
Category
Holographic Rare
Manufacturer
Wizards of the Coast
Demand Level
Moderate. Fossil is a highly nostalgic set, though the unlimited (non-1st Edition) Kabutops is a common entry-level holographic card for collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $15-20, PSA 6: $25-30, PSA 7: $40-50
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings for raw copies in similar Lightly Played (LP) condition range from $12 to $18. PSA 6 copies have recently averaged $28.
Description
Featured is the classic 1999 Fossil set Kabutops holographic card. This Stage 2 Pokemon features the iconic Ken Sugimori artwork with a distinct starlight holofoil background. As the 9th card in the Fossil expansion, it is a staple for vintage Pokemon collectors celebrating the original 151 species.
Key Features
Vintage 1999 Wizards of the Coast (WotC) era production; Holographic Rare status; Original 151 Pokemon species; Ken Sugimori artwork.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The font kerning, energy symbol placement, and the specific copyright string '©1995, 96, 98 Nintendo, Creatures, GAMEFREAK. ©1999 Wizards' match authentic unlimited Fossil printings.
Flaws to Note
Corner whitening is visible on the reverse side (inferred from front-side edge wear); top-heavy centering; light silvering on the front edges; holofoil surface scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for raw vintage), TCGPlayer (market leader for non-graded), or local card shops specialized in TCG.
Selling Tips
Due to the estimated grade of PSA 6, grading is not recommended as fees will exceed the value added. List with high-resolution photos of the holofoil at an angle to show surface condition. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a bubble mailer.