CHARMANDER | 2023 POKEMON MEW EN-151 168 | ILLUSTRATION RARE | PSA MINT 9

PSA Graded Card - Certification #87999196 - Grade: MINT 9

This is the 2023 Charmander Illustration Rare card from the Scarlet & Violet - 151 set (MEW EN) of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The card showcases a full art, scenic illustration of Charmander sitting on a rocky ledge in a canyon-like setting, rendered in a soft, painterly style with pronounced light rays and warm earth tones. The card has a premium holofoil finish atypical of Illustration Rares, with silver borders and an expanded visual design that extends to the entire face of the card (no plain text box background). Card number 168/165 indicates it is a Secret Rare, exceeding the standard set count. The card has no autograph, and features Charmander's moves 'Blazing Destruction' and 'Steady Firebreathing.' Notable for its rarity, unique artwork, and textured finish associated with Illustration Rares, this card was graded Mint 9 by PSA. Back text indicates it is illustrated by miki kudo. The card’s corners appear sharp, coloring is vivid, and there are no noticeable surface flaws. Unique identifiers include the Illustration Rare star, and the numbering beyond the set count, as well as the distinct MEW EN set abbreviation.

Card Details:

Subject: CHARMANDER

Card Name: 2023 POKEMON MEW EN-151

Card Number: 168

Variety: ILLUSTRATION RARE