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Charizard ex

Scarlet & Violet—151(MEW) #199/165

Special Illustration Rare 2023English

1000-Point Score: 950

9.5
GEM MINT
CEN
9
COR
9.5
EDG
10
SUR
10

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Centering

Front vs Back Subgrades

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

Notable Defects (1)

Back(Back)

Left/right centering is noticeably shifted, with the left border being wider than the right

minor

Front Centering

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

Back Centering

Left/Right
60/40
Top/Bottom
50/50
Grade8.5

Summary

This is a pristine example of the highly sought-after Charizard ex Special Illustration Rare from 151. The card boasts flawless edges and surface, with the only notable flaw being a slight left-to-right centering shift on the back.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$832
Graded value (at 9.5)$3.5k
~$20
Grading cost
+$2.7k
Net profit
+322%
ROI

PSA allows for up to 60/40 centering on the front and 75/25 on the back for a Gem Mint 10. Given the immaculate corners, edges, and surface, this card has a very strong chance of achieving a PSA 10, which carries the highest premium for this specific chase card.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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