Wigglytuff – Base Set 2 (#19)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wigglytuff (#19) is a Rare Holo card from Base - Base Set 2 released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Lullaby attack, The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $11.21, Cardmarket average sale is €8.37, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $11.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.45
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Base Set 2
- Card Number
- 19
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Lullaby
[Colorless]
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Do the Wave
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 10+
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each of your Benched Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wigglytuff from Base Set 2 (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Wigglytuff 19 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Wigglytuff's Lullaby for Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 80 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Set 2 #19 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $11.21 |
�📦 Base Set 2 Set Context
This Wigglytuff is part of the Base Set 2 expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Wigglytuff card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
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 Base Set 2 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Wigglytuff 19 was released in 2000 in the Base Set 2 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Base Set 2 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 Wigglytuff with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Wigglytuff card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Wigglytuff works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.