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Highest Graded First Production Pokémon Red Version

Pokémon Red Version - CGC 9.9 A++ Sealed [Sandshrew, First Production], Game Boy Nintendo 1998 USA. Out of the dozens of sealed Pokemon Red games we've had the pleasure of auctioning over the years, this is the one copy to stand above them all. Boasting an eye-popping grade, this stunning example is the highest-graded copy of Pokemon Red ever offered at public auction. As many collectors would attest, breaking past that 9.8 A++ is no easy feat, but this one managed to rise above that extremely high bar. Even more satisfying is this is a proven, first-production copy, identifiable by the Sandshrew screenshot on the back of the box, which was later changed to Rattata before the ESRB logo was amended to the solid black design. Released alongside Pokémon Blue as the franchise's first international titles, this game launched the Pokémon phenomenon worldwide and laid the foundation for the highest-grossing multimedia franchise of all time. The front cover features Charizard, illustrated by Ken Sugimori.


View the certification for CGC Certification ID 1022656002 , including grader's notes if available..*

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Auction Dates
May, 2025
23rd-24th Friday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 101
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Sold on May 23, 2025 for: $93,750.00
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