Greedent (Note: This is a Pokémon Trading Card, not a football player)
N/A (Pokémon - Dynamic/VMAX Game Mechanic) · Galar Region (Pokémon Universe)
Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield — Fusion Strike ##218/264
Year & Era
2021 — Sword & Shield Era
Card Type
Hyper Rare / Rainbow Rare VMAX
Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Hyper Rare (Secret Rare) - approximately 1 in 72 booster packs.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful Secret Rare card for a completionist set builder, but holds little value as a sports or high-end investment piece.
Condition Grade
7-8 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: Weighted toward the bottom and left edges based on border alignment.
Surface Condition
Appears clean with visible textured etching typical of Rainbow Rares; no major scratches visible from photo.
Corner Condition
Slight softening visible on bottom-right corner; upper corners appear relatively sharp.
Edge Condition
Minor silvering or white chipping possible on the bottom edge; overall consistent for modern stock.
Print Quality
High-quality textured foil finish with vibrant rainbow spectrum ink typical of the Fusion Strike set.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $12.00 USD (Raw); $25 - $40 (PSA 9/10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly below average for the 'Secret Rare' print run, which usually maintains higher QC.
Authentication Tips
Check for distinct fingerprint-like texture on the surface; counterfeits are often smooth or have 'flat' rainbows.
Grading Recommendation
PSA or CGC; grading is generally only recommended for personal collection as the market value is low.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; texture appears authentic to the SWSH era.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from Fusion Strike booster packs, build and battle boxes, or elite trainer boxes.
Historical Context
Part of the largest Pokémon TCG set ever released (at the time), known for difficult pull rates.
Market Trends
Stable to declining; Greedent is not a high-tier chase card compared to Mew VMAX or Gengar VMAX from this set.
Investment Potential
Low; it is a secondary character and the set was heavily printed.
Similar Cards
Gengar VMAX #271, Mew VMAX #269, Greedent V Full Art #256.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader are essential to prevent surface scratching on the textured foil.
Interesting Facts
Greedent is known for its 'Turn a Profit' attack which mimics prize-card manipulation, a niche mechanic.