Pikachu Secret Rare Appraisal

Pikachu (Secret Rare) - Crown Zenith #160/159

This is a high-value Secret Rare Pokémon trading card from the Special Expansion 'Crown Zenith,' released in January 2023. The item is a standard 2.5 by 3.5-inch card featuring a full-art, 'Galarian Gallery' style illustration. The artwork is exceptionally vibrant, depicting Pikachu in the center surrounded by a plethora of iconic Pokémon including Zoroark, Zacian, and others in a dynamic, multi-colored collage. It features a textured, holographic foil finish and a distinct yellow border characteristic of the late Sword & Shield era. Visible text includes 'Pikachu' at the top left, 'Wild Charge' as the main attack, and a card number of 160/159, indicating its secret rare status. The card appears to be in near-mint to mint condition, based on the provided context, with sharp corners, clean edges, and no visible surface scratches or whitening on the borders. It is currently housed in a protective clear plastic sleeve (top-loader or penny sleeve), which has preserved its structural integrity. The centering, while difficult to judge perfectly from an angle, appears visually balanced, which is a key quality indicator for modern TCG collectibles.