Holofoil Zapdos Appraisal

Pokémon Fossil Set Holofoil Zapdos Card (15/62)

This is an original 1999 Wizards of the Coast Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring the 'Legendary Bird' Zapdos from the Fossil expansion set. The card is a Rare Holofoil, designated by the number 15/62 and the star symbol in the bottom right corner. It features the iconic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, depicting a spiky, yellow avian creature against a purple holographic background with lightning bolt motifs. Physically, the card is standard sized (approximately 2.5 by 3.5 inches) with a yellow border characteristic of early English releases. Notable markings include the 'Fossil' skeletal hand set symbol to the right of the artwork's weight/length bar. In terms of condition, the card is currently stored in a synthetic binder pocket. There is visible surface wear, including horizontal scratching on the holographic foil and minor edge wear/silvering along the bottom border. A slight curvature (bowing) of the card is observable, which is common in older holofoil cards due to atmospheric moisture absorption by the cardstock layer. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left margin. The copyright line reads '©1995, 96, 98 Nintendo, Creatures, GAMEFREAK. ©1999 Wizards,' confirming its authentic vintage status.