Not a football player: Arcanine (Pokémon)
Not applicable (Stage 1 Pokémon) · Not applicable (Fire-type Pokémon)
Wizards of the Coast - Skyridge #H2/H32
Year & Era
2002 — WOTC E-Series Era
Card Type
Holo Rare (E-Reader)
Grade
6.0 (EX-MT) estimated
Rarity
Very High; Skyridge was the final WOTC set with a small print run.
Overall Assessment
While this is a Pokémon card rather than a football card, it is an elite-tier collectible from one of the rarest sets in the TCG hobby.
Condition Grade
6.0 (EX-MT) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front appears approximately 60/40 Top-Bottom and slightly heavy to the right.
Surface Condition
Visible light scratching and minor scuffs through the top-loader; holo pattern shows moderate clouding.
Corner Condition
Bottom right corner shows visible whitening; top corners appear relatively sharp with minor wear.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping visible on the right edge along the yellow border.
Print Quality
High-quality E-series printing with distinct dot-matrix data strips.
Estimated Value
$150.00 - $250.00 (Raw); graded PSA 9 examples can exceed $1,000.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly below average compared to GEM MINT copies; surface condition is typical for un-slabbed vintage.
Authentication Tips
Check for the 'e' logo at bottom left and ensure the holo pattern is 'starlight' rather than vertical pixelation.
Grading Recommendation
PSA or CGC; grading is highly recommended due to the extreme value of Skyridge holos.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card stock and font kerning appear consistent with WOTC production.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in Skyridge booster packs in 2003; often found in binders rather than collections.
Historical Context
The final set produced by Wizards of the Coast before the license transitioned to TPCi.
Market Trends
Skyridge is currently one of the most aggressively appreciating sets in the hobby.
Investment Potential
Excellent; high-tier WOTC holos have historically outpaced inflation and overall market trends.
Similar Cards
Skyridge Charizard, Skyridge Ho-Oh, Aquapolis Arcanine.
Display & Preservation
Keep in a PVC-free sleeve and a semi-rigid or magnetic holder to prevent further edge whitening.
Interesting Facts
The 'H' in the card number indicates it is part of the separate Holofoil subset of the set.