1998 Pokemon Japanese Promo Illustrator
Quick Specifications
The rarest Pokemon card in existence, given to winners of a CoroCoro comic illustration contest. Only 39 were ever officially released. A PSA 10 sold for over $5 million.
Condition & Grading Challenges
Standard Condition Check: Inspect all four corners under 10x magnification. Ensure surface is free of wax stains and gum residue (vintage) or print lines (modern).
Investment Profile
General Market: Tracks with the broader sports card index (SCI-500).
Expert Context
"The 1998 Pokemon Japanese Promo Illustrator serves as a critical data point for the iconic cards index. Based on our current data (Seed: 3875766744), verified listings for this item show a high variation in pricing."
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