1997 Rocket Gang - Japanese Dark Dragonite Holo Rare CGC 6.5

The 1997 Japanese Rocket Gang release of Dark Dragonite represents a pivotal moment in the early history of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As the corrupted counterpart to one of the franchise's most beloved Dragon-type Pokémon, this classic Holo card captures the darker, rebellious aesthetic introduced by Team Rocket.

Preserved in a CGC 6.5 holder, this vintage Japanese card showcases the striking holographic pattern that defined the original Rocket Gang set, making it a standout addition for collectors of early pocket monster history.

Card Details

• Year: 1997
• Set: Rocket Gang - Japanese
• Subject_name: Dark Dragonite
• Parallel: Holo
• Variant: Rare
• Grading Company: CGC
• Grade: 6.5

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 115
• Population in Higher Grades: 1434
• Total Graded Population: 1950

Character Highlights

• Franchise: Pokemon
• IP Owner: The Pokemon Company
• Creators: Shigeki Morimoto and Ken Sugimori
• Notable Appearance: Pokemon Team Rocket TCG set