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Charizard ex - 223/197

SV03: Obsidian Flames(sv03-obsidian-flames-pokemon) #223/197

Special Illustration Rare • 2023 • English

1000-Point Score: 945

9.5
GEM MINT
CEN
9.5
COR
9.5
EDG
9.5
SUR
9.5

Graded by

@hitman1620

Grade-Limiting Factor

Back centering and microscopic back corner whitening

Front vs Back Subgrades

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

Notable Defects (3)

Back(Back)

Extremely faint speck of whitening at the very tip

minor
Back(Back)

Microscopic white speck along the cut edge

minor
Front(Front)

Moderate glare obscuring partial surface view, though visible areas appear clean

minor

Front Centering

Left/Right
50/50
Top/Bottom
49/51
Grade10

Back Centering

Left/Right
55/45
Top/Bottom
53/47
Grade9

Summary

An exceptional pack-fresh example of the highly desirable Charizard ex SIR. The front is practically flawless, while the back exhibits minor centering shifts and microscopic edge/corner wear.

Worth Grading

Submit to PSA for best value

Raw value$110
Graded value (at 9.5)$468
~$20
Grading cost
+$338
Net profit
+307%
ROI

This card has strong potential for a PSA 9 or BGS 9.5. While the back centering is slightly shifted and there are microscopic specks of whitening, the flawless front gives it great eye appeal. Given the high demand for Charizard SIRs, grading is highly recommended to protect and increase its value.

Analysis ConfidenceHigh

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