SHINING CELEBI-HOLO | 2017 POKEMON JAPANESE SUN & MOON STRENGTH EXPANSION PACK SHINING LEGENDS 004 | S.E.P. SHINING LEGENDS | PSA MINT 9

PSA Graded Card - Certification #82815834 - Grade: MINT 9

This Japanese Pokémon card features 'Shining Celebi', an alternate-color version of the time-traveling mythical Pokémon. The front showcases Celebi with an energetic pose, radiating against a sunburst background with star and sparkle elements. The design utilizes a holofoil (shining/holo) effect covering the character art, giving the card a brilliant, shiny appearance. Gold and lime-green border elements accent the colorful layout. The text box is in Japanese, and the card boasts a unique rarity symbol for the Shining variant (a star), with the set number 004/072 SM3+. The card was graded Mint 9 by PSA. The back (not shown) would feature the classic Pokémon logo and Poké Ball design typical of Japanese releases. Condition appears pristine, with sharp corners and vibrant coloration, as affirmed by the PSA grade. Special features distinguishing this card include its 'Shining' holo treatment, Japanese-exclusive text and numbering, and artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma. This card stands out for its limited release in the Japanese Shining Legends subset, appealing to collectors for both its rarity and its aesthetic uniqueness compared to the English set.

Card Details:

Subject: SHINING CELEBI-HOLO

Sport/Game: TCG - Pokemon

Card Name: 2017 POKEMON JAPANESE SUN & MOON STRENGTH EXPANSION PACK SHINING LEGENDS

Card Number: 004

Variety: S.E.P. SHINING LEGENDS