GIOVANNI'S PERSIAN | 2000 POKEMON GYM CHALLENGE 8 | HOLO | PSA MINT 9

PSA Graded Card - Certification #84477873 - Grade: MINT 9

This card features Giovanni's Persian from the 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge set. The main artwork depicts Persian stealthily walking from behind a stone pillar, set against a holographic background of shimmering blue and silver specks. The card uses a yellow border and traditional Pokémon TCG layout, with classic vintage fonts and set design, including the 'Stage 1' badge and Giovanni's portrait in the bottom right corner. The card is numbered 8/132 and showcases special move text with bolded red for emphasis on the 'Pokémon Power: Call the Boss' ability. The card is graded PSA 9 (Mint), indicating minimal to no wear, sharp corners, clean surface, and a strong eye appeal. This issue was part of the last major Gym Leader themed sets published by Wizards of the Coast before Pokémon TCG production shifted to Nintendo. Its holofoil finish covers the main artwork, distinguishing it from its non-holo version. The set contains both English and Japanese printing credits, with Ken Sugimori as illustrator. This card is a prized collectible due to its iconic Gym Leader tie-in and the popularity of the holographic variant.

Card Details:

Subject: GIOVANNI'S PERSIAN

Sport/Game: TCG - Pokemon

Card Name: 2000 POKEMON GYM CHALLENGE

Card Number: 8

Variety: HOLO