Starmie (Holo, Jungle Set) Pokémon Trading Card

Name: Starmie (Holo, Jungle Set) Pokémon Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Vintage English Pokémon trading card 'Starmie' from the Jungle Set, featuring a holographic illustration.

Uncommon (5/10)

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DESCRIPTION

A vintage Pokémon trading card depicting Starmie, a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon. This card is from the Jungle expansion set, indicated by the set symbol (a flower) visible on the card. The card features a holographic illustration of Starmie, a Stage 1 evolution from Staryu, with 90 HP and an ability called 'Space Beacon' and an attack 'Star Freeze'. The card's border is yellow, characteristic of early English Pokémon TCG releases.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology/FolkloreAncient to Modern

Starmie, and its pre-evolution Staryu, are often associated with ideas of celestial bodies and aquatic life, drawing parallels to mythical sea creatures or star deities found in various folklore.

Pop Culture Collectibles20th-21st Century

This card belongs to a broader tradition of collectible items, similar to baseball cards or comic books, that capture cultural moments and characters, becoming objects of nostalgia and investment.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The ritual of opening booster packs, trading cards with peers, and constructing decks for casual or competitive play are central to the social and recreational aspects of the Pokémon TCG.

Meaning Through Time

Late 1990s - Early 2000s

During its initial release, Pokémon cards were primarily seen as children's toys and game pieces, valued for play and character recognition.

2010s - Present

Many older Pokémon cards have transitioned into highly sought-after collector's items and investments, with specific cards appreciated for their rarity, condition, and nostalgic value, especially among adults who grew up with the franchise.

HISTORICAL STORY

The Pokémon Trading Card Game was first released in Japan in 1996 and internationally in 1999. The Jungle expansion was the second English set released, following the Base Set, in June 1999. The Jungle set introduced many new Pokémon from the Kanto region and was significant for popularizing the ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Starmie's design is inspired by a starfish, with a central red gem that is said to glow with seven colors when communicating with allies across space.

The Jungle set, where this card originates, was the first Pokémon TCG expansion to introduce holographic cards beyond the initial Starter Deck and Base Set, making cards like this Starmie more sought after.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

Smooth, glossy card stock with a holographic pattern on the illustration area. The surrounding text and borders are matte, typical of trading cards. The card shows some minor surface wear and edge whitening.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight and thin, characteristic of a standard paper or cardboard trading card.

Condition

The card exhibits some corner and edge wear consistent with handling over time, particularly visible along the yellow border. There might be some minor surface scratches on the holographic part, typical for an unslabbed, played card. Overall, it appears to be in moderately-played to good condition.