This is an awesome collection. The Dark Charmeleon with the stamp is a beautiful card.
It is also the first time I am hearing about the Mankey and Abra packs. I am sure someone can provide some clarity and info that you need. Thanks for sharing.
Wow these are amazing. I love the W Stamp promos too and Dark Charmeleon is my all time favourite card. A sealed silver stamp is the centrepiece of my collection.
Regarding the sample packs, I have also seen it with the Sleep! Trainer at the front. You can see a photo of it in this thread Gold W Stamp Promo Card Info
This is a fantastic little display of cards and the associated media that goes with it, as well as the sealed packs showing where the Dark Charmeleons come from. I love this kind of stuff, it’s like opening the door into the past and seeing the progression of card distribution through the years right in your living room. Thanks for sharing!
This is so ultimately niche collection concentrating in such a detailed part of pokemon history that it’s impossible not to love it, especially in the midst of modern madness it’s always inspiring to see people dedicating themself to these unknown and unique goals. Also fun that the silver stamp charmeleon seems to be already getting a small fan cult around it on E4
First off awesome collection @KantoHustle, and @joponnes I actually love it. Would be fun to have an E4 card representing “membership” here for fun. Maybe something niche, and not too expensive?
Thank you so much @joponnes. Sharing in the history with other niche collectors brings me so much joy. The silver stamp represents such an odd little anomaly in an otherwise fairly well documented time, I had to join in the fun.
Charmander is timeless. Recognized even by those who have never played a single Pokémon game. It’s a symbol of nostalgia, adventure, and the magic of Pokémon itself.
Then there’s Duraludon, a much newer Pokémon, which is far less known yet holds a unique prestige in this particular form. Unlike Charmander, which is now abundant, this EB Games promo was released in such limited numbers that many collectors barely even knew it existed. And that’s exactly what drew me to these two. Despite their differences; one a household name, the other an obscure gem they both resonate with me, each representing a different side of what makes this hobby so fascinating.
Nice! I’ve noticed some of these Duraludon promos have the EB games stamp on the left side instead of the right. Is there a reason for that other than maybe a mirrored image?
Sharing some cherished promotional cards from the early days of Pokémon, each with its unique backstory:
Mewtwo #3 Black Star Promo (Kanzenban VHS Version)
This variant was included in the Japanese Mewtwo Strikes Back Kanzenban VHS release. While it closely resembles the standard English version, it is printed on Japanese card stock, resulting in a lighter color and smoother finish. Its subtle differences and limited distribution make it a prized piece among collectors.
Mewtwo #3 Black Star Promo (English Version)
The widely recognized promo card is distributed through various worldwide promotions and theatrical releases. Its textured finish and darker coloration distinguish it from the Kanzenban variant.
Pikachu #58/102 Pokétour 1999 Promo
This special Pikachu card was distributed during the 1999 Pokétour events in Australia. It features the classic Base Set Pikachu artwork with a distinctive gold foil “PokéTour 1999” stamp. The Pokétour comprised two separate tours: Red, which ran on weekends from September 18 to October 9, 1999; and Blue, which ran on weekends from September 18 to October 7, 1999. At each venue, approximately 3,000 “Tour packs” containing this card were distributed, making it a region-specific collectible with limited availability.
CD Promo Pikachu (Japanese Card Stock)
Released alongside the Pokémon Song Best Collection CD in Japan, this promo is printed on Japanese card stock and mirrors the original Base Set Pikachu artwork. Its subtle differences in texture and color, along with its unique distribution method, add to its appeal among collectors.
Planned to share these, but ended up parting with my duplicates in the process
I was about to post about these six, but they found new homes quicker than I thought. Still wanted to take a moment to appreciate them, as they’ve always been standouts in the collection:
Mewtwo 
Pikachu 
CD Promo Pikachu (Japanese Card Stock)
