Raichu 29 / 62 Pokemon Card from Fossil Set

Raichu is a Stage 1 Pokémon of the Lightning type with 90 HP. It was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is card number 29 in the Fossil set from the vintage…

Set: Fossil
Number: 29/62
Rarity: Rare

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About the Raichu Pokémon Card

Raichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Fossil set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 29/62 and is classified as Rare. The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.

The card includes the flavor text: “Its long tail serves as a ground to protect itself from its own high voltage power.”.

Raichu Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Raichu

Card number: 29/62

Set: Fossil

Series: Base

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Lightning

HP: 90

Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

Release date: October 10, 1999

National Pokédex number: 26

Why Collect the Raichu Pokémon Card?

Raichu is a solid addition to the Fossil set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Raichu Pokémon Card

Raichu was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Raichu Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Raichu is about

5.24 (low) to

55 (high), with a mid-point near

6.39. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Fossil set has a median card value near

3.12 and an average near $43.79, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -50% over the last 7 days and -41% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Fossil set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Raichu Pokémon Card

Whether Raichu is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 3,271 copies of this card, of which 562 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 17.2%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Raichu Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Raichu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 3,271 copies to date.

Other Printings of Raichu

Raichu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge H25 (around

52), Expedition Base Set 25 (around

18).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Raichu Pokémon Card

The Raichu pokémon card is a Rare card from the Fossil set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Fossil set. Its current aggregated market price is about

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Raichu card from?

Raichu is from the Fossil set (Base series), numbered 29/62 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Raichu card?

Raichu is classified as Rare.

How much is the Raichu 29/62 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

1.13, within a recent range of roughly

5.24 to

55. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Raichu card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3,271 copies so far, with about 17.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Raichu?

PSA has graded 3,271 copies, of which 562 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 17.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Raichu card?

Rare cards like Raichu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Fossil set released?

The Fossil set was released on October 10, 1999.

Are there other printings of Raichu?

Yes. Raichu appears on 50 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.