1996 Pokemon Magikarp #129 – Japanese Base Set (First Print / No Rarity Symbol) – Old Back Vintage Card

Authentic 1996 Japanese Pokemon Card – Magikarp No.129 from the original Japanese Expansion Pack (Base Set / 第1弾拡張パック), printed by Nintendo, Creatures, and Game Freak in the very first run of Pokemon TCG history. Features the iconic Mitsuhiro Arita artwork of a struggling Magikarp — one of the most beloved illustrations from the original set.

⭐ First Print – No Rarity Symbol (マーク無し): This card is from the exceptionally rare first print run distinguished by the absence of the rarity symbol next to the card name. No Rarity print runs were only produced for the very first pressing of the Japanese Base Set in October 1996 before Wizards of the Coast reprints, making them highly coveted by vintage Pokemon collectors worldwide.

Card Specifications

• Character: Magikarp (コイキング)
• Card Number: No. 129
• Type: Water / HP: 30 / Level: 8
• Attacks: Tackle (10) / Flail (10× damage counters)
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Back Design: Old Back (旧裏面) – original 1996 design with Nintendo © 1996 copyright
• Set: Japanese Expansion Pack (Base Set)
• Language: Japanese
• Release: October 1996 – First Print Run (No Rarity Symbol)

Condition: Light Played (LP) – Excellent Overall Condition. Card displays vibrant colors, sharp print quality, and no surface scratches. Front artwork frame and holographic finish remain crisp and clear. Minor whitening visible on lower corners under close inspection (typical for 1996 vintage cards nearly 30 years old). Back shows strong navy color saturation with only minimal edge wear on the lower frame. Centering is well-balanced. Please review all photos carefully for detailed condition assessment before purchase.

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