Certificate #03EED04FEEEC · Pokémon
#229/182 · 2024
TCGAI Score
9.0
Consider. Send it if a 9 is still worth more than the fee.
Estimate, not an official grade.
Each side is scored out of 10. The lowest sub-grade caps the TCGAI Score.
| Category | Front | Back |
|---|---|---|
| Centering | 9 | 9.5 |
| Corners | 10 | 10 |
| Edges | 10 | 10 |
| Surface | 10 | 10 |
| Whitening | 10 | 10 |
| Holo / foil | 10 | 10 |
Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more.
No defects listed at this photo resolution.
Front All four corners are razor-sharp with no white fiber exposure or rounding.
Back The back corners are exceptionally crisp with no signs of wear or softening.
Front Factory-cut edges with no visible nicks, silvering, or chips.
Back All four edges on the reverse are perfectly smooth.
Front No scratches, indents, or scuffs detected on the printed surface.
Back Pristine flat back surface.
Front No whitening or paper-fiber exposure along the perimeter.
Back Border ink is fully intact.
Front The foil layer is pristine with no scratches, dulling, or burn-in.
An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.
Graded
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Raw, ungraded
$99.99
Grading premium
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Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Prices calculated with low identification confidence. May correspond to a different card. | Muestra insuficiente (graded=0, validListings=1, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.
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Team Rocket’s Moltres ex #229/182 Destined Rivals Stamped Promo
Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.
Post-hype stabilization after launch scalping; consistent eBay sales at $210 for sealed UPC boxes with predictable pack hits averaging 12 per box
Next months. Stable at $20-30 raw, minor uptick with restocks
Long term. Holds niche value for completists, potential slow decline as set ages
Moltres is one of the three legendary birds in the Pokémon franchise, first appearing in Pokémon Red and Green (Japan) in 1996. Known as the 'Flame Pokémon,' it embodies fire and is associated with destruction and rebirth through its eternal flames. 'Team Rocket's Moltres ex' is a villainous variant from the Team Rocket theme, depicted under the criminal organization's control, featured prominently in the Destined Rivals set with thematic artwork showing shadowy influence and fiery dominance.
First released in the Pokémon TCG Destined Rivals set in late 2024 as card #229/182
Condition. Check for centering on full art borders, edge whitening from GameStop UPC packaging, surface scratches on foil, and print lines on fiery artwork; common flaws include dinged corners from booster pulls and fingerprints on holo pattern
Storage. Use semi-rigid holders or top loaders with sleeves for full art protection; store upright in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; avoid stacking in UPC boxes long-term
Authenticity. Verify 'Destined Rivals' stamp alignment and font; genuine cards have crisp holo pattern with Moltres flame refraction; fakes often have blurry artwork or incorrect numbering; use TCGPlayer or graded authentication for high-value copies
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