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Ivysaur

151(MEW) #167/165

Illustration Rare • 2023 • English

1000-Point Score: 970

9.5
GEM MINT
CEN
9.5
COR
9.5
EDG
9.5
SUR
10

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Microscopic edge and corner wear on the back

Front vs Back Subgrades

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

Notable Defects (2)

back(Back)

Microscopic speck of white at the extreme tip of the corner

minor
back(Back)

Extremely faint factory cut texture/roughness near the right side

minor

Front Centering

Left/Right
51/49
Top/Bottom
50/50
Grade9.5

Back Centering

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

Summary

This Ivysaur Illustration Rare is in exceptional, pack-fresh condition. The front is virtually flawless with pristine centering, completely sharp corners, and an immaculate holofoil surface. The back shows only microscopic factory imperfections on the extreme corner and edge, making it an incredibly strong candidate for a Gem Mint 10 at most grading companies.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$20
Graded value (at 9.5)$65
~$20
Grading cost
+$25
Net profit
+125%
ROI

Because the front condition is effectively flawless and PSA allows up to 60/40 centering, this card has a very high chance of scoring a PSA 10. A PSA 10 provides the best liquidity and value multiplier for modern Illustration Rares.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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