Question 1

What is the current market value of Ditto #18?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Ditto (Fossil) sits near $45.80. Over the last 7 days it declined 28.5%. Current value trails the 30-day mean ($49.70) by 7.8%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $25.38 and $74.76, producing a 108% range and high-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare.

Question 2

Is Ditto #18 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: Week-over-week movement is negative (28.5%); this leaves value 39% under the 90-day peak. With a 108% 90-day spread ($25.38-$74.76), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($49.70), the card is trading 7.8% lower. Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Ditto #18 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 1999, Fossil introduced this print of Ditto. The printed flavor text states: "Capable of copying an enemy's genetic code to instantly transform itself into a duplicate of the enemy." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 50. Energy typing is Colorless. Card subtype classification is Basic. This card has the following ability: "Transform". Attack names are not present in the current metadata snapshot. This card is weak to Fighting energy and resists Psychic. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Ditto cards available?

Accepted Answer

Ditto sits within a broader pool of Ditto variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $5.36-$45.80, a 754% band. Against the sample mean of $16.88, this card is +171%. Notable alternatives include Ditto #3 (Fossil) at $45.80, Ditto #108 (Boundaries Crossed) at $11.39, Ditto #17 (Detective Pikachu) at $7.50, and Ditto #27 (Legends Awakened) at $5.36.

Question 5

What set is Ditto #18 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Fossil was released in 1999. It belongs to the Base series. With 62 listed cards, this is a compact set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 27 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Ditto is card number 18 with a Rare designation.

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