Carracosta-GX (#110/236) - Sun & Moon Unified Minds

This is a Pokémon Trading Card featuring the Stage 2 Fighting-type character Carracosta-GX. Released in 2019 as part of the Sun & Moon: Unified Minds expansion set, the card is numbered 110/236. The card features a foil/holographic finish typical of GX-series cards, with a Full-Body 3D-CG illustration style showing Carracosta in a dynamic pose. Physical characteristics include a standard trading card size (approx. 2.5 x 3.5 inches) printed on layered cardstock with rounded corners. The card displays a HP of 250 and lists the ability 'High Density Armor' along with attacks 'Ground Crush' and 'Stone Age GX'. In terms of condition, it is currently stored in a protective plastic binder sleeve, which has prevented major surface scratches; however, the lighting in the image makes it difficult to assess fine surface details, centering, or corner whitening on the reverse side. No obvious creases or moisture damage are visible from the front. The printing quality is consistent with mass-produced Nintendo/Pokémon Company International products from the late 2010s, utilizing offset lithography with a specialized holographic layer.

I have carefully examined the visual data for this Carracosta-GX #110/236 from the 2019 Unified Minds expansion. Based on the front-facing image, the card demonstrates authentic print characteristics including correct font kerning, energy symbol alignment, and the distinct holographic sheen associated with late Sun & Moon era 'Regular Art' GX cards. The surface appears well-preserved within its protective sleeve, showing no signs of 'edge silvering' or significant scratching. However, without a view of the reverse side, I cannot assess 'whitening' on the blue borders, which is the primary driver of high-grade valuation. Centering appears slightly bottom-heavy, a common trait for this print run. Market demand for Carracosta-GX is moderate. While GX cards are iconic to the era, Carracosta is not a 'chase' character like Mewtwo or Dragonite from the same set. Current market comparables for 'Near Mint' raw copies typically fluctuate between $4 and $7. Should the card achieve a Gem Mint grade (PSA 10) upon physical inspection, the value could reach the $30-$40 range, though the cost of grading may outweigh the return. I must note that a definitive authentication is impossible via digital images. A physical examination is required to verify the 'rosette' print pattern under 60x magnification and to perform a 'light test' to confirm core layer opacity. Furthermore, the tactile texture and weight of the cardstock cannot be verified remotely. For a formal valuation, the card should be removed from the sleeve for a surface inspection to rule out micro-indentations that are invisible in high-glare photography.