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Pokemon figures

033 – Nidorino

033 - Nidorino

  • Franchise: Pokemon
  • Collection: Monster Collection
  • Manufacturer: Takara-Tomy
  • Year Released: 1997
  • Size: 5 cm / 2 in

Accessories

033 - Nidorino, from "Pokemon - Monster Collection" collection, includes the following accessories:

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Curiosities about the toy and variants

This small PVC figure is one of the first released within the popular Pokémon franchise. Although the collection was originally called "Monster Collection" or "Moncolle" for short, today it is usually known simply as "Pokémon Tomy."

It was marketed in different countries and distributed by brands such as "Auldey" and "Hasbro," so it is not unusual to find it in various types of packaging or packs.

The original figures continue to be highly sought after by collectors around the world. However, due to the enormous international success of Pokémon in the late 1990s, numerous imitations and bootlegs of this collection appeared, making it even more special to find authentic examples in good condition.

How to differentiate the original figure:

To distinguish the original figures from fakes, carefully examine the photos.

Here are some recommendations that may be useful for this purpose:

  • Look at the quality of the sculpture and painting.
  • Look for the mark: “Tomy”, “Auldey” or “C.G.T.S.J.” inscribed on the figure.
  • In the case of Nidorino, the original figure is composed of two pieces, so you can see the joints in the central part. In the bootleg version, those lines are not present.
Nidorino comparison
Nidorino comparison

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