Entei (Note: This is a Pokémon card, not a football player)
Legendary Beast / Fire Type (Non-football position) · Johto Region / Pokémon TCG
EX Unseen Forces (Nintendo) #113/115
Year & Era
2005 - EX Era (Silver Age of TCG)
Card Type
Gold Star (Ultra Rare)
Grade
6.5 - 7.5 (EX-NM) based on visible edge wear and centering
Rarity
High rarity; Gold Star cards had an approximate pull rate of 1 per 2 hobby boxes
Overall Assessment
While this is a TCG card mistakenly identified as a football card, it is a highly valuable and desirable 'Gold Star' Entei that remains a crown jewel for collectors.
Condition Grade
6.5 - 7.5 (EX-NM) based on visible edge wear and centering
Centering Assessment
Front centering is heavy to the bottom and slightly weighted to the right
Surface Condition
Appears clean through the top loader, though typical foil scratches are common for this era
Corner Condition
Lower right corner shows minor whitening; upper corners appear relatively sharp
Edge Condition
White chipping visible on the bottom edge and right side, consistent with mid-grade raw status
Print Quality
High-quality holographic pattern with iconic 'Star' symbol next to the name
Estimated Value
$350 - $550 raw; $800+ if graded PSA 8 or higher
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is below average for this print run, which often affects the final grade
Authentication Tips
Check for the correct 'holofoil' pattern on the character artwork and ensure the gold star next to the name has a metallic sheen
Grading Recommendation
PSA is highly recommended due to the significant value multiplier for Gold Star cards
Red Flags
No significant signs of trimming; authenticity appears consistent with 2005 production standards
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in EX Unseen Forces booster packs
Historical Context
This card represents the first time Shiny Pokémon were featured as ultra-rares in the TCG
Market Trends
Gold Star cards are among the most consistently appreciating assets in the Pokémon hobby
Investment Potential
Excellent; Gold Stars are considered 'Blue Chip' collectibles in the trading card world
Similar Cards
Raikou Gold Star (114/115) and Suicune Gold Star (115/115)
Display & Preservation
Keep in the current semi-rigid top loader; move to a magnetic one-touch for better display
Interesting Facts
The artwork by Masakazu Fukuda was designed to have the character 'break' the frame of the art box