Diglett (Base Set #47) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Diglett
• HP: 30
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Set: Base
• Card Number: 47
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Resistance: Lightning (-30)
• Legality: unknown

Diglett is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon card from the original Base set. It features two attacks: Dig (10 damage) and Mud Slap (30 damage). The card’s flavor text notes that Diglett lives about three feet underground, feeding on plant roots, and sometimes appears above ground.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Diglett from the Base set, card number 47. This printing is notable for its classic artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi and its status as a Common card in the foundational Pokémon TCG set.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base1
• Subtypes: Basic
• Print Variations: None documented for this exact printing
• Regulation Mark: None
• Legal Status: unknown

Collectors can identify this card by its Fighting type, low HP of 30, and the distinctive artwork. It has no special abilities and features straightforward attacks, making it a simple yet iconic card from the Base set.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store the card in a protective sleeve to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
• Keep it away from direct sunlight to preserve the colors and prevent fading.
• Maintain a stable, low-humidity environment to avoid warping or moisture damage.
• Use a top loader or binder with rigid pages for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: This Diglett card is part of the original Base set, which introduced many foundational Pokémon cards. It is a Common Basic Pokémon with simple attacks and low HP, reflecting the early design philosophy of the game.