Zekrom & N Tag Team GX Appraisal
Category: Collectible Card
Description
The item is a Pokemon Trading Card featuring the character Zekrom with N, the main character from Pokemon Black and White. The artwork depicts Zekrom flying through a sky with N riding on its back. The card has a holographic or foil finish, evident from the way the light reflects off the surface. Text on the card includes the name "Zekrom", its HP (Hit Points) value of 180, and its attack names "Slash" (30 damage) and "Wild Shock" (130 damage), with associated energy costs. The card also features text describing the effect of the "Wild Shock" attack: "This Pokemon also does 20 damage to itself. Your opponent's Active Pokemon is now Paralyzed.". The card appears to be in excellent condition, protected within a clear plastic sleeve. The edges and corners appear sharp, without visible wear or damage. The printing is crisp and the colors are vibrant. Manufacturing details visible at the bottom include a regulation mark and copyright information, indicating it is a modern Pokemon TCG card. The card has symbols indicating its type and weakness/resistance/retreat cost. It has a "Dragon" type symbol, a Lightning type Weakness (x2), and no Resistance. The retreat cost is indicated by three colorlessly colored circles. There are also two symbols above the retreat cost that appear related to the card's set and collector number, though specifics are difficult to discern from the image.
Appraisal Report
Upon visual examination of the provided image, I have assessed this Zekrom & N Tag Team GX Pokemon card. The card appears to be authentic based on the printing quality, coloration, and design elements consistent with official Pokemon TCG releases. The holographic finish is visible and appears correct for the card's set and rarity. The condition appears to be excellent to potentially near mint, judging by the sharp corners and seemingly clean edges visible through the protective sleeve. There are no obvious surface scratches or print defects from the image. However, it is crucial to note that a definitive condition grade requires in-hand examination under proper lighting conditions to check for subtle surface wear, faint scratches, or minor edge imperfections not visible in the photo. Centering is also a factor influencing grade that cannot be fully assessed from this angle. Market conditions for Tag Team GX cards, particularly popular characters like Zekrom and N, remain relatively strong, though past peak hype. Comparables in similar perceived condition can vary significantly based on exact grade. Demand for well-preserved copies of this specific card is moderate. Factors significantly impacting value are the card's exact condition grade (a Gem Mint 10 would command a substantial premium), and the authenticity, which, again, is presumed but not definitively proven from the image alone. Full authentication would require in-person inspection by a certified authenticator, potentially comparing it to known authenticated examples and examining printing details invisible in the image. Provenance documentation, such as details about how the card was obtained and stored, would also add confidence.
Appraisal Value
$20 - $40