Jungle was released on June 16th, 1999 as the first expansion to the Pokémon Trading Card Game, arriving just months after Base Set. Produced by Wizards of the Coast, it added 64 new cards built around the "jungle" habitat Pokémon — grass, fighting, and a run of fan-favorite collectible chase cards.
For collectors, Jungle sits right behind Base Set in desirability. It is the set that gave us the holographic Eeveelutions, a beloved Snorlax, and Scyther, alongside one of the most collectible printing mistakes in the hobby: the no-set-symbol error. Because it is a WotC-era set, it exists in both 1st Edition and Unlimited printings, which materially affects value.
This guide walks through how to tell a Jungle card apart from other sets, the cards worth the most, the print variants and errors to look for, and how to work out what your specific cards are worth today.
How to identify a Jungle card
Every Jungle card carries a small set symbol to the right of the card name (for Trainers) or near the Pokémon's HP/illustration area. The Jungle symbol is a simple silhouette of a flower/tree, distinguishing it from Base Set (no symbol) and later sets.
- Look for the Jungle set symbol — a small flower/tree glyph near the card name or artwork.
- 1st Edition cards carry the black "Edition 1" stamp on the left side of the artwork; Unlimited cards do not.
- Card numbers read "x/64" in the bottom corner.
- The famous error cards are missing the set symbol entirely — check there before assuming a card is Base Set.
Jungle chase cards
Jungle has 16 holographic rares (cards 1–16), each of which also exists as a non-holo rare. The holos below are where the value concentrates, especially in 1st Edition and high grade.
Scyther
10/64
A perennial favorite; strong demand in high grade.
Flareon
3/64
One of the three iconic Jungle Eeveelutions.
Jolteon
4/64
Eeveelution chase card.
Vaporeon
12/64
Eeveelution chase card.
Snorlax
11/64
Hugely popular; consistently strong sales.
Kangaskhan
5/64
Iconic artwork and a tournament staple in its day.
Pinsir
9/64
Classic bug holo with strong collector demand.
Wigglytuff
16/64
The last holo in the set; a common no-symbol error card.
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Jungle print variants
Unlike Base Set, Jungle only has two main printings — but the difference between them is significant for value.
1st Edition
Carries the black "Edition 1" stamp to the left of the artwork. Printed in smaller quantities, so 1st Edition Jungle commands a large premium over Unlimited, especially for the holos.
Unlimited
No edition stamp. This is the standard, more plentiful printing that most Jungle cards you encounter will be.
No Set Symbol error (1st print)
The very first Jungle print run accidentally omitted the set symbol on many cards. These "no symbol" cards exist for both 1st Edition and Unlimited and are collectible in their own right.
Errors & misprints
Jungle is defined by one huge error that appears across the set, plus a couple of card-specific quirks.
No Set Symbol (the big one)
The first print of Jungle left the set symbol off the cards entirely. Because it affects the whole set, it is one of the most recognizable errors in Pokémon. Both 1st Edition and Unlimited no-symbol cards exist.
Wigglytuff / Clefable
The no-symbol variants are especially associated with the holos like Wigglytuff and Clefable, which collectors specifically seek out.
Jungle theme decks
Jungle launched with two preconstructed 60-card theme decks. Sealed copies are collectible, and their type pairings help confirm loose cards.
| Deck | Types | Signature Pokémon |
|---|---|---|
| Power Reserve | Grass / Psychic | Vileplume, Victreebel, Mr. Mime |
| Water Blast | Water / Fighting | Vaporeon, Kangaskhan, Nidoqueen |
The Eeveelutions: Jungle's signature draw
Jungle is the first set to feature the Eeveelutions as holographic cards — Flareon (3/64), Jolteon (4/64), and Vaporeon (12/64). Eevee and its evolutions are among the most collected Pokémon in the entire franchise, and their debut holo status keeps demand for these three cards consistently high, especially in 1st Edition and high grade.
Because the Eeveelutions anchor the set, collectors frequently target the trio first, then work outward to Snorlax, Scyther, and the rest of the holo run. That demand also spills over to the no-set-symbol error versions of these cards, which carry an additional premium.
Grading and condition notes for Jungle
Jungle holos share the original "Starlight" holofoil with Base Set and Fossil, and they suffer the same condition pitfalls: edge whitening on the black border, holo scratches, and off-center cuts. Because so many Jungle cards were played with as kids, high-grade copies are meaningfully scarcer than raw supply suggests.
When self-grading, check corners and edges under angled light, scan the foil for hairlines, and confirm centering on both front and back. A 1st Edition holo in PSA/BGS 9–10 sits at the top of the Jungle market; no-symbol variants in high grade are scarcer still.
Full Jungle holo rare checklist
All 16 Jungle holographic rares (cards 1–16/64). Each also exists as a non-holo rare (cards 17–32). Both 1st Edition and Unlimited printings exist, and early prints of many of these are the famous no-set-symbol error.
| # | Card | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1/64 | Clefable | Colorless |
| 2/64 | Electrode | Lightning |
| 3/64 | Flareon | Fire |
| 4/64 | Jolteon | Lightning |
| 5/64 | Kangaskhan | Colorless |
| 6/64 | Mr. Mime | Psychic |
| 7/64 | Nidoqueen | Grass |
| 8/64 | Pidgeot | Colorless |
| 9/64 | Pinsir | Grass |
| 10/64 | Scyther | Grass |
| 11/64 | Snorlax | Colorless |
| 12/64 | Vaporeon | Water |
| 13/64 | Venomoth | Grass |
| 14/64 | Victreebel | Grass |
| 15/64 | Vileplume | Grass |
| 16/64 | Wigglytuff | Colorless |
What is Jungle worth?
Value in Jungle is driven by three factors: edition (1st Edition vs Unlimited), whether it is a holo, and grade. A 1st Edition holo Eeveelution, Snorlax, or Scyther in PSA/BGS 9–10 can command strong money, while an Unlimited common or non-holo rare is modest on its own.
The no-set-symbol variants add a further collectibility premium, particularly on the holos. If you have a full or near-full Jungle set — especially 1st Edition — the collection as a whole is worth appraising rather than pricing card by card.
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Related set guides
2000
Base Set 2 Set Guide
Base Set 2 is a 130-card reprint that combined the best of Base Set and Jungle into one release. It has no 1st Edition and is often confused with the original Base Set. Here is how to tell them apart and what Base Set 2 cards are worth.
1999
Fossil Set Guide
Fossil was the third Pokémon expansion, themed around prehistoric and fossil Pokémon plus the Legendary Birds. It gave collectors the beloved Dragonite and Gengar holos. Here is how to identify, grade, and value Fossil cards.
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Team Rocket Set Guide
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Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Pokémon Jungle set?
The Jungle set contains 64 cards, including 16 holographic rares (cards 1–16). Each of those 16 also exists as a non-holo rare version, and the whole set was printed in both 1st Edition and Unlimited runs.
What is the no-set-symbol Jungle error?
The first print run of Jungle accidentally left off the Jungle set symbol. These "no symbol" cards are a famous, collectible error and exist for both 1st Edition and Unlimited printings. Always check for the symbol before assuming a card is from Base Set.
What is the most valuable Jungle card?
In high grade, 1st Edition holographic cards like Scyther, Snorlax, and the Eeveelutions (Flareon, Jolteon, Vaporeon) are among the most valuable. No-set-symbol holo variants carry an additional premium.
How can I tell 1st Edition Jungle from Unlimited?
1st Edition Jungle cards have a black "Edition 1" stamp to the left of the artwork. Unlimited cards have no stamp. 1st Edition is scarcer and worth significantly more, especially for holos.
Which Eeveelutions are in Jungle?
Jungle contains the first holographic Eeveelutions: Flareon (3/64), Jolteon (4/64), and Vaporeon (12/64). Each also has a non-holo rare version. As some of the most collected Pokémon in the franchise, they are among Jungle's most in-demand cards.
What theme decks came with Jungle?
Jungle launched with two theme decks: Power Reserve (Grass/Psychic) and Water Blast (Water/Fighting). Sealed theme decks are collectible, and their contents help confirm whether loose cards are genuine Jungle.