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1998 Pokemon Gym 1 Leader's Stadium Japanese Holo Rocket's Moltres #146
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BGS8.5
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This 1998 Rocket's Moltres #146 comes from the Japanese Leaders' Stadium (Gym 1) expansion, a pivotal set in the Pokémon TCG that introduced the Owner's Pokémon mechanic. Graded 8.5 (NM-MT+) by Beckett, the card carries subgrades that highlight its physical condition, including 9s for Corners and Edges, alongside an 8.5 for Centering and an 8 for Surface. As a Holo Rare illustrated by the legendary Ken Sugimori, the card features the era-specific 'cosmos' holofoil pattern that has become a hallmark for vintage Japanese collectors. This release helped define the franchise's transition into more complex gameplay and character-driven sets, with this specific Moltres being one of the headline pulls of the Gym era. Currently, there are 24 copies of this card at this grade level in the Beckett population report, making it a well-preserved example of a fan-favorite Kanto legendary from a high-interest period of the game's early history.Show more
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Sold on AuctionsJul 2, 2026
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