PICHU | 2000 POKEMON JAPANESE NEO 2 PROMO 172 | PROMO-REVERSE FOIL | PSA GEM MT 10

PSA Graded Card - Certification #119108029 - Grade: GEM MT 10

This card features Pichu, a baby Pokémon, on a Japanese-language promotional trading card issued in 2000 as part of the Neo 2 series. The card employs a 'reverse foil' effect, where the entire card aside from the illustration box is adorned with a holographic, glittering star pattern. The border is gold, and the background showcases vibrant, multi-colored holographic spots, with the photo utilizing a natural setting and classic Ken Sugimori art style. The text is all in Japanese, and a promo star symbol is present at the bottom left, with a unique card number 'No.172'. The card is encased in a PSA slab and graded as Gem Mint 10, indicating pristine condition. Special to this promo is the reverse holo effect and its status as a pre-release bonus for Pokémon Center promotions in Japan. The card stands apart due to its reverse foil print, Japanese exclusivity, and the baby Pokémon mechanic first seen in Neo Genesis/Discovery sets.

Card Details:

Subject: PICHU

Sport/Game: TCG - Pokemon

Card Name: 2000 POKEMON JAPANESE NEO 2 PROMO

Card Number: 172

Variety: PROMO-REVERSE FOIL