Pokémon Trading Card (Japanese) Appraisal
Category: Trading Card
Description
The item is a single trading card, likely from the Pokémon trading card game. It is housed within a clear, rigid plastic protector, suggesting an attempt to preserve its condition. The card itself appears to be printed on cardstock. The visible side displays Japanese text and imagery associated with the Pokémon franchise. The top section shows text, which includes numbers "120" and "30", likely related to attack power or health points. The middle section contains an illustration of a Pokémon character, seemingly battling or in a dynamic pose, surrounded by water and possibly ice or snow. The colors of the illustration primarily consist of blues, whites, oranges, and browns. Below the illustration, more Japanese text is present, including a number "120". There is a circular symbol near the bottom right corner of the card. The card exhibits a glossy or semi-glossy finish on the illustrated portion, while the text areas have a matte finish. The protective case seems to be a standard size used for trading cards. Based on the visible details, the card appears to be in good condition, with no apparent visible creases, bends, or tears, although the full extent of its condition cannot be assessed through the protector. The style of the artwork and font suggests it is a card from a relatively modern era of the Pokémon TCG, likely dating from the late 1990s to the 2010s.
Appraisal Report
Based on my visual examination of the provided image, the Japanese Pokémon trading card appears to be in good condition, showing no visible creases, bends, or tears through the protective case. The artwork and text are clear. Authenticity cannot be definitively confirmed from the image alone; a physical inspection would be required to examine the card's texture, print quality under magnification, and possibly weigh it against known authentic examples. Provenance documentation, such as original packaging or purchase records, would also aid in verification. Scientific testing, like UV light examination or spectral analysis of the ink and cardstock, could provide further confirmation. Determining the exact market value is challenging without knowing the specific Pokémon and set. However, generic, good condition Japanese Pokémon cards from the speculated era without specific rarity indicators (like holographic patterns or full art) typically have a modest market value. Demand is generally high for vintage and rare cards, but for common to uncommon prints, demand is lower. The presence of a protective case suggests the owner believes it has some value, but based on the visual information provided, this appears to be a standard card. Factors significantly impacting value would be the specific card's rarity, the Pokémon featured, its holographic status, and perfect condition (PSA 10 or similar). Without positive identification, I must appraise cautiously. Market comparables for non-holographic, common Japanese cards from the 2000s are typically in the very low dollar range.
Appraisal Value
$1 - $5