1998 Pokemon Vending Japanese Series 1 Snorlax #143

Name: 1998 Pokemon Vending Japanese Series 1 Snorlax #143
Brand: Pokemon Vending Japanese
SKU: 703dbeac-64e9-4e54-84e7-cf063d85f765
Price: 7762.80 USD
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This 1998 Japanese Pokémon Vending Series 1 Snorlax #143 is graded PSA 10 Gem Mint. Out of all examples submitted to PSA, only 323 have achieved this highest grade, representing a small fraction of surviving copies. Illustrated by Keita Takahashi with a distinctive, crayon-sketched aesthetic, this card stands out for its unconventional, stylized artwork of the sleeping Normal-type mascot. Preserving a Vending Series card in Gem Mint condition is exceptionally challenging, making this a standout specimen for advanced collections. Released exclusively in Japan in March 1998, the Vending Series cards were distributed via random glossy sheets inside vending machines, requiring collectors to peel the cards from their cardboard backings. This unique distribution method naturally introduced condition defects, including corner wear, edge chipping, and surface scuffs during extraction. Featuring one of Generation I's most iconic characters, this card showcases the artistic experimentation of the TCG's early years and remains highly sought after due to its historical release format and low PSA 10 population.Show more

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