Poliwrath (Note: This is a Pokémon trading card, not a football player)
Stage 2 / Water Type (Not applicable to football) · Not applicable (Pokémon Evolution Line: Poliwag/Poliwhirl)
Pokémon TCG: XY Evolutions (Panini/Topps comparable set: Heritage or Archives equivalent) #25/108
Year & Era
2016 — XY Evolutions Era (Modern Era)
Card Type
Holo Rare (Reverse Holofoil variant)
Grade
7.5 - 8.0 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Commonly occurring holo rare from high-print run set.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic modern collectible in decent condition but marred by poor centering; ideal for casual collectors.
Condition Grade
7.5 - 8.0 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Heavy right-to-left shift (approx 35/65). Top-bottom seems balanced.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; minor surface scuffing visible on the holofoil pattern near the text box.
Corner Condition
Slight whitening/softening on the bottom left and top right corners.
Edge Condition
Bottom edge shows slight silvering and minor rough cuts common for this set.
Print Quality
Standard modern production; the holofoil pattern is vibrant but centering is poor.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw); $15.00 - $25.00 (PSA 8/9)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is below average compared to typical pack-fresh pulls from this set.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct font styles and the 'sheen' of the reverse holo pattern; verify card stock weight.
Grading Recommendation
CGC or PSA if aiming for a 'master set' registry, but likely not worth cost given centering.
Red Flags
No significant red flags; appears to be an authentic 2016 reprint.
Provenance Notes
Distributed in XY Evolutions booster packs and theme decks released for the 20th Anniversary.
Historical Context
XY Evolutions was a tribute set mimicking the original 1999 Base Set designs.
Market Trends
Stable; XY Evolutions has high nostalgia but very high population counts.
Investment Potential
Low; this is a mass-produced modern reprint of a mid-tier character.
Similar Cards
1999 Base Set Poliwrath #13; Charizard #11 (XY Evolutions key chase card).
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent holofoil fading.
Interesting Facts
The artwork is a literal 1-to-1 scan of the 1996 Japanese Ken Sugimori original illustration.