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Pikachu

Scarlet & Violet-151(MEW) #173/165

Illustration Rare • 2023 • English

1000-Point Score: 900

9
MINT
CEN
9
COR
9
EDG
9.5
SUR
9.5

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Back Corners

Front vs Back Subgrades

centering
F
9.5
B
9
corners
F
10
B
8.5
edges
F
10
B
9.5
surface
F
9.5
B
9.5

Notable Defects (3)

Back(Back)

Very minor pinpoint whitening

minor
Back(Back)

Very minor pinpoint whitening

minor
Back(Back)

Slightly shifted to the right (left border thicker)

minor

Front Centering

Left/Right
50/50
Top/Bottom
52/48
Grade9.5

Back Centering

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

Summary

This is a beautifully preserved Pikachu Illustration Rare displaying sharp front characteristics and vibrant color. The front is practically flawless, but microscopic whitening specks on the back corners and slight back off-centering limit its overall grade to a solid Mint 9.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$300
Graded value (at 9)$675
~$20
Grading cost
+$355
Net profit
+118%
ROI

As a highly sought-after Illustration Rare from the 151 set, this Pikachu holds great liquidity. While it likely misses a 10 due to the minor back corner wear, a PSA 9 still protects the card and solidifies its Mint condition value.

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