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Alakazam - 009 (Pokemon Center Exclusive)

ME: Mega Evolution Promo(me-mega-evolution-promo-pokemon) #009

Promo • 2025 • English

1000-Point Score: 900

9
MINT
CEN
8.5
COR
9
EDG
9
SUR
9

Graded by

@chin0

Phoenix

Grade-Limiting Factor

Front centering and minor back corner whitening

Front vs Back Subgrades

centering
F
8.5
B
9
corners
F
9.5
B
8.5
edges
F
9.5
B
9
surface
F
9.5
B
9

Notable Defects (3)

Front(Front)

Noticeably left-heavy centering on the front

moderate
Back(Back)

Minor whitening/nick on the corner tip

minor
Back(Back)

Slight corner softness and minimal edge wear

minor

Front Centering

Left/Right
60/40
Top/Bottom
52/48
Grade8.5

Back Centering

Left/Right
55/45
Top/Bottom
52/48
Grade9

Summary

This Alakazam promo presents beautifully on the front with a clean holographic surface and sharp front corners. The main factors limiting the grade are the left-heavy front centering and minor whitening on the back right corners.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$74
Graded value (at 9)$167
~$20
Grading cost
+$73
Net profit
+99%
ROI

PSA is more lenient on 60/40 centering than other companies, giving this card a strong chance at securing a PSA 9. BGS or CGC would likely penalize the centering and back corner nicks more harshly, resulting in an 8.5.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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