Ditto – Fossil (#3)

Ditto Pokémon card — Fossil #3, Rare Holo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Fossil expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Ditto (#3) is a Rare Holo card from Base - Fossil released in 1999. It showcases artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. Cardmarket average sale is €32.29, Floor listings start near €4.44.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €42.62
  • Recent low listing: €4.44
Current Prices: €42.62 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Fossil
Card Number
3
Rarity
✨ Rare Holo
Illustrator
🎨 Keiji Kinebuchi
HP
50
Type
⭐ Colorless
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Resistances
Psychic -30
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Abilities

  • Transform
    If Ditto is your Active Pokémon, treat it as if it were the same card as the Defending Pokémon, including type, Hit Points, Weakness, and so on, except Ditto can't evolve, always has this Pokémon Power, and you may treat any Energy attached to Ditto as Energy of any type. Ditto isn't a copy of any other Pokémon while Ditto is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Ditto from Fossil (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 1999, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Keiji Kinebuchi.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Ditto 3 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Stats Overview: 50 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -30

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

� Compare Ditto Cards

Looking for other Ditto cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.

Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
Fossil #3 ← Current 50 0 attacks Rare Holo N/A

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�📦 Fossil Set Context

This Ditto is part of the Fossil expansion , released as part of the Base series in 1999.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

View all chase cards from Fossil →

💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Ditto card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Rare Holo cards from Fossil are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Keiji Kinebuchi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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Haunter – #6
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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Ditto 3 was released in 1999 in the Fossil expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Keiji Kinebuchi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Fossil is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Ditto have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Ditto card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Colorless energy cards
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Ditto works best in Colorless type decks.

🛒 Where to Buy Ditto & Explore More

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