Melmetal Holo Rare Appraisal

Melmetal (Japanese) Holo Rare Card 050/071

This is a single Melmetal holofoil rare Pokémon trading card, likely from a Japanese set given the language. The card displays a vibrant, full-art illustration of the Pokémon Melmetal against a colorful background with visible sky, clouds, and a grassy landscape. The card's surface exhibits a holographic, rainbow-sheen effect, characteristic of rare or 'holo-rare' cards, which is particularly evident in the background and the border surrounding the illustration. The physical dimensions appear to be standard for a trading card, approximately 2.5 by 3.5 inches, made of coated cardstock. Text on the card includes 'メルメタル' (Melmetal) as the Pokémon's name, 'HP 160', and two attacks: 'ぶちかます' (Butchigamasu / Hammer Arm) with 120 damage, and 'アイアンバッシュ' (Iron Bash) with 230 damage. It also shows weakness (x2, likely to Fire-type), resistance (-30, likely to Grass-type), and a retreat cost. The card number '050/071' is visible at the bottom left, indicating its position within a specific set. The artist's credit, 'Illus. Oswaldo KATO', is also present. The card appears to be in excellent condition with sharp corners and no visible creases, tears, or significant surface wear, suggesting it has been well-preserved. Its metallic sheen and detailed artwork are quality indicators, showcasing the standard craftsmanship of official Pokémon trading cards. The estimated age corresponds to the release period of the set from which card 050/071 originated, likely Sword & Shield era or similar.