Yu-Gi-Oh! Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon Trading Card SDWD-ENG34 Appraisal
Category: Trading Card
Description
The item is a Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card depicting the monster "Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon." The card has a standard trading card size, approximately 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches. It is made of laminated cardstock with a holographic surface on the upper portion featuring the monster's artwork. The artwork depicts a powerful three-headed dragon with metallic blue scales and red eyes against a starry blue and purple background. The card's border is purple with a foil effect that shows minor wear and scratching, particularly around the edges and corners. The text boxes are white with black lettering. Visible text includes the monster's name "BLUE-EYES ULTIMATE DRAGON", its level (12 stars), a small gold symbol next to the name, the card code "SDWD-ENG34", the monster type notation "[DRAGON/FUSION]", a description of its fusion requirements listing "'Blue-Eyes White Dragon'" three times, its attack points "ATK/4500" and defense points "DEF/3800", and copyright information at the bottom reading "TOKYO KONAMI". The holographic section shows some light surface scratches visible in the image, but there are no major creases or tears apparent. The card appears to be from a later era based on the modern card layout, possibly a reprint or a card from the "Structure Deck: White Dragon Abyss" series given the "SDWD" prefix in the card code. The overall condition is good pre-owned condition with minor wear.
Appraisal Report
I have examined the provided image of the Yu-Gi-Oh! 'Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon' trading card, code SDWD-ENG34. Based on the visual evidence, the card appears authentic for its specific print run (likely from the White Dragon Abyss Structure Deck). The modern card layout, including the Level 12 star representation and formatting, aligns with later era releases. The holographic foil displays the correct pattern for this type of card. Condition-wise, I assess this card as good pre-owned. There is visible minor wear and scratching on the border and corners, as well as light surface scratches on the holographic foil. These are consistent with typical handling and play wear for a card of this age. Market conditions for this specific printing of 'Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon' are stable. While the character is highly desirable, the SDWD-ENG34 print is not a first edition or a particularly rare variant. Demand is moderate, driven by players and collectors seeking accessible versions of iconic monsters. Comparables in similar condition on the secondary market typically range from a few dollars to under ten dollars, depending on the specific sale platform and buyer interest at the time. The condition, specifically the border wear and surface scratching, prevents it from achieving the slightly higher values commanded by near-mint examples of this particular printing. Without a physical in-hand examination, I cannot definitively verify minute print details, card thickness, light test results, or potential hidden damage such as creasing not visible in the provided image. Full authentication and a more precise condition assessment would require physical inspection, and ideally, provenance documentation. Scientific testing, while possible, is generally not cost-effective for cards in this price range.
Appraisal Value
$3-7