RAICHU EX-HOLO | 2003 POKEMON EX SANDSTORM 98 | SANDSTORM | PSA EX-MT 6

PSA Graded Card - Certification #120133295 - Grade: EX-MT 6

This is a 2003 Pokémon TCG card from the EX Sandstorm set, featuring Raichu ex as a holographic ('holo') rare. The card background displays sparkling holofoil around Raichu, who appears to be generating electricity inside a blue-and-black electric storm motif. The card border is a soft gold, with electric-themed accents. 'Raichu ex' appears top-left, and attack details are clearly printed. The card number '98/100' and the Nintendo copyright are printed on the bottom right. The card uses advanced holo printing techniques from the era, giving it a shimmering, rainbow effect when light hits it at angles. Condition appears to be 'EX-MT 6' per PSA grading, which generally means visible but minor wear on corners/edges and mild surface handling. The EX era was notable for introducing more powerful Pokémon-ex cards and prize penalties for knocking them out, as indicated on the card's text. The artwork is by Ryo Ueda, with distinct sparkly patterning only found on holo EX series cards, differentiating it from non-holo or standard rare versions of Raichu.

Card Details:

Subject: RAICHU EX-HOLO

Sport/Game: TCG - Pokemon

Card Name: 2003 POKEMON EX SANDSTORM

Card Number: 98

Variety: SANDSTORM