This is an authentic Shellder Pokemon trading card from the iconic 1999 Base Set, card number 54/62. Shellder is a Basic Water-type Bivalve Pokemon featuring the classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita. The card displays vibrant colors with Shellder's distinctive shell design, wide eyes, and protruding tongue set against a green underwater background. This card showcases two attacks: Supersonic (flip a coin to confuse the Defending Pokemon) and Hide in Shell (flip a coin to prevent all damage during your opponent's next turn). The card includes standard Base Set formatting with weakness to Lightning and a one-energy retreat cost. The card is in raw condition, showing minor wear typical of cards from this era. Surface condition is very good with light play marks visible on edges and corners. The print quality is sharp and colors remain vibrant. This is an ungraded, unslabbed original from the legendary first English Pokemon TCG release. Base Set cards remain highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Shellder is a beloved Generation 1 Pokemon with nostalgic appeal. Early Base Set cards, especially in strong condition, command premium prices due to scarcity and collector demand. This piece represents an important chapter in trading card game history and makes an excellent addition to any Pokemon collection or investment portfolio.