Not a football player (Pikachu & Zekrom from Pokémon TCG)
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Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon - Team Up #33/181
Year & Era
2019 - Sun & Moon Era
Card Type
TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX Ultra Rare
Grade
Ungraded / Raw - Estimated LP (Lightly Played)
Rarity
Ultra Rare TAG TEAM card from the Sun & Moon - Team Up expansion set.
Overall Assessment
While submitted under the prompt for a football card, this item is actually a highly sought-after Pokémon TCG TAG TEAM ultra rare. It is a fantastic collector's piece despite being in the wrong sport category.
Condition Grade
Ungraded / Raw - Estimated LP (Lightly Played)
Centering Assessment
Front and back appear reasonably well-centered, approximately 55/45 left-right.
Surface Condition
Noticeable surface scratches and scuffs visible on the toploader/case, and potential minor wear on the card surface.
Corner Condition
Standard rounded corners typical of Pokémon cards, appear relatively sharp with minimal whitening.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no major chipping or flaking observed through the holder.
Print Quality
Standard Pokémon TCG foil ultra-rare manufacturing quality for 2019.
Estimated Value
Approximately $15 to $35 USD raw depending on exact condition; graded copies vary higher.
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard copy for the set, highly popular among Pokémon collectors due to featuring iconic characters.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct font styles, standard Pokémon card stock thickness, holographic sheen, and proper back blue coloration.
Grading Recommendation
PSA or Beckett (BGS), though given the surface wear, grading may only make sense if the card itself is clean once removed from the holder.
Red Flags
No apparent red flags for counterfeiting, though the plastic magnetic holder shows significant scuffing.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from Sun & Moon - Team Up booster packs or related collection boxes released in early 2019.
Historical Context
The Team Up expansion introduced the TAG TEAM mechanic, pairing two iconic Pokémon on a single card, which revolutionized the TCG meta.
Market Trends
TAG TEAM cards from the Sun & Moon era have experienced significant collector demand and upward price trends.
Investment Potential
Strong long-term hold potential given the extreme popularity of Pikachu and the desirability of Sun & Moon era ultra rares.
Similar Cards
Other TAG TEAM GX cards such as Charizard & Reshiram-GX or Mewtwo & Mew-GX.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a clean magnetic holder or top loader away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Pikachu & Zekrom-GX was one of the most dominant competitive deck archetypes upon release in the 2019 Pokémon TCG season.