Pokémon - 2 Card - Zapdos #145 & Moltres #146 1997 Topsun – 2 Legendary Birds – Vintage Japanese Cards

A collectible pair of original Japanese Pokémon Topsun cards featuring two of the legendary birds from the first generation of Pokémon.

The lot includes:

Zapdos (#145) – Japanese name: Thunder (サンダー). Features the legendary Electric/Flying-type Pokémon with its distinctive spiked yellow plumage and dramatic pose.

Moltres (#146) – Japanese name: Fire (ファイヤー). Features the legendary Fire/Flying-type Pokémon surrounded by its characteristic flaming wings and tail.

Both cards feature the classic Japanese Topsun design, with colourful illustrations against red and green backgrounds decorated with small Pokémon silhouettes.

The cards display Japanese text, Pokédex information and the original 1995 Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK copyright.

Collector's significance

Zapdos and Moltres are two members of the original legendary bird trio, alongside Articuno. Their popularity and recognisable designs make them particularly appealing subjects for collectors of early Japanese Pokémon cards.

These vintage Topsun examples represent an interesting part of the earliest generation of Pokémon collectibles.

Condition: Vintage collectible condition, with visible signs of age and handling consistent with older cards. Both examples are individually protected in rigid plastic holders.

Please carefully inspect the photographs for details of the cards' condition.

The auction includes both original Japanese Pokémon Topsun cards shown in the photographs.