1999 pokemon cards box Its act like this 1st edition booster just came out in the comments : r/PokemonTCG Retreat Cost Opening a $10,000 Pokemon Booster

Own it wellCollector guide Gold etched cards show scratches, edge whitening, and print lines readily because the finish catches light across the whole surface

COMMUNAL BREWING An enchantment that isnt so political as a non-optional trade

Bandai says that it was released in September 1996 (It was also said that there was no exact release date left.) In summary The answer of title, Pokemon cards printed earliest is the Pokemon card released before Sep 1996

According to the wiki, the card was made to celebrate the birth of Richards and Lily Wus second child, a boy called Schuyler Garfield. 1st Place from 69,999.99 Euro (Excellent) And the winner is Splendid Genesis