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ME02: Phantasmal Flames(me02-phantasmal-flames-pokemon) #106/094

Illustration Rare • 2025 • English

1000-Point Score: 925

9
MINT
CEN
8.5
COR
9.5
EDG
9.5
SUR
9.5

Graded by

@woomgi

Grade-Limiting Factor

Back centering and minor corner whitening

Front vs Back Subgrades

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

Notable Defects (2)

Back(Back)

Microscopic speck of white wear on the very tip.

minor
Back(Back)

Noticeable left-to-right centering shift.

moderate

Front Centering

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

Back Centering

Left/Right
60/40
Top/Bottom
55/45
Grade8.5

Summary

This card presents exceptionally well on the front with flawless corners and edges. The overall grade is primarily held back by a noticeable left-to-right centering shift on the reverse and a microscopic speck of whitening on the back top-left corner.

Not Recommended

Grading costs may exceed value gained

Raw value$23
Graded value (at 9)$52
~$20
Grading cost
+$9
Net profit
+39%
ROI

The card is highly likely to receive a 9 due to the back centering (approx 60/40) and slight corner speck. Since modern Illustration Rares typically need a pristine 10 to command a significant premium, grading may not provide a strong return on investment.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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