Trading card in the style of Pokémon featuring Gourgeist ex

This item appears to be a collectible trading card, stylistically consistent with the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The card features the character 'Gourgeist ex' with an indicated 'HP 270' and is marked as a 'STAGE 1' Pokémon that 'Evolves from Pumpkaboo'. The card face exhibits a holographic finish with star-shaped patterns and a multi-colored foil sheen. Two attacks are listed: 'Horrifying Rondo' and 'Ghostly Touch'. The bottom of the card bears various markings, including 'Illus. 5ban Graphics', a set code 'CRI EN', and '041/086'. A copyright line at the very bottom reads '©2024 Pokémon / Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK'. The card shows some surface wear and minor edge chipping, particularly noticeable at the corners. While the markings are consistent with official expansion sets, it is important to note that many non-official 'proxy' or counterfeit cards replicate these details; therefore, the attribution to an official production remains a hypothesis subject to physical inspection. The year marker of 2024 suggests a very modern stylistic period.

Based on the provided imagery, the item appears to be a Pokémon TCG card depicting 'Gourgeist ex' with markings consistent with a modern 2024 production. While the card bears a set code of 'CRI EN' and typical holographic patterns, I cannot determine from a photo alone if the card was produced by the official rights holders or if it is a high-quality contemporary proxy or reproduction. The visible surface wear and edge chipping suggest a lower grade in terms of physical condition, which directly impacts the valuation. My appraisal range represents the typical market value for a modern 'ex' rarity card of this nature in lightly played condition, on the assumption that it is an official release. I am unable to verify the core material, surface texture, or hidden security features necessary to establish its origin. If physical inspection were to reveal this is a non-official proxy or a counterfeit, the value would be negligible, likely under $1.00. Valuation for modern collectibles is highly volatile and depends entirely on the accuracy of the attribution and the specific degree of wear. To move beyond this hypothesis and establish a more precise value, an in-person examination by a professional grading service would be necessary to evaluate the print quality, cardboard stock, and holography under magnification. Documentation of the card's source or provenance would also provide additional context for its potential status within the secondary market.