{"product_id":"1999-pokemon-base-set-1st-edition-raticate-40-psa-8","title":"1999 Pokemon Base Set 1st Edition Raticate #40 PSA 8","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raticate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokemon Game Base Set 1st Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1999\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\/102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSA 8 (NM-MT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Want This Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis 1999 Raticate card from the 1st Edition Pokemon Game Base Set is an absolute must-have for any serious Pokemon card collector. As one of the original cards from the inaugural set, it carries a wave of nostalgia that takes you right back to the late 90s when Pokemon first ignited the world of trading cards. The Raticate card's appeal extends beyond its vintage status, as it features the beloved Rat Pokemon, an iconic creature in the Pokemon universe. Being part of the first wave of Pokemon cards, it holds significant historical value in the hobby, making it a prized possession for collectors.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eCondition \/ Grading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis card has been professionally graded by PSA, the leading authority in card grading, and has received a grade of 8 (NM-MT). This suggests that the card is in Near Mint to Mint condition, with only minor imperfections that do not detract from its overall appearance. The card's corners, edges, and surface have maintained their integrity, and the original artwork of Raticate is beautifully preserved. Owning a PSA-graded card means you can trust in the accuracy and transparency of the card's condition.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Monmouth Cards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonmouth Cards is a trusted retailer specializing in high-quality collectible trading cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour Raticate card will be shipped with utmost care, in a secure package designed to protect your investment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt Monmouth, we handle each card with collector-grade care, preserving its value and condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor local customers, we also offer store pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrust in Monmouth Cards, where every card tells a story and every purchase is an investment in a piece of history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pokemon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46925073776793,"sku":"96923876","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/7318\/5689\/files\/CF001224_1_20260219200141_1.jpg?v=1775510317","url":"https:\/\/monmouthcards.com\/products\/1999-pokemon-base-set-1st-edition-raticate-40-psa-8","provider":"Monmouth Sports Cards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}