[CCC 9.5 - Nine+] - Graded Card - Garchomp EX 245/182 - Scarlet & Purple: Paradox Rift - 2023 - Pokémon - French

[CCC 9.5 - Nine+] - Graded Card - Garchomp EX 245/182 - Scarlet & Purple: Paradox Rift - 2023 - Pokémon - French - Pokemon Company

The Paradox Rift (2023) expansion revolutionized strategies by introducing Pokémon with unexpected types. This Water-type Garchomp ex (245/182) Terracrystal is one of the most majestic examples. Masterfully illustrated by artist Oswaldo Kato, this card depicts the fearsome dragon rising from the center of a powerful water vortex. The meticulous work on the crystalline reflections of its crown, combined with the card's holographic texture, conveys a sense of phenomenal movement and power.

The main appeal of this glittering relic lies in its high-quality certification. Evaluated by the grading company CCC Grading, it earned the superb overall grade of 9.5 Mint+. The certified plate displays exceptional sub-grades that attest to the incredible freshness of this booster-fresh card: a pristine 10 for Sides and Corners, accompanied by an excellent 9.5 for Surface and a very good 9 for Centering.

Card Details:

Pokémon: Garchomp ex (Water Teracrystal Form)

Rarity: Special Art Rare (Secret / Full Art)

Card Number: 245/182

Set: Scarlet & Purple - Paradox Rift (PAR)

Illustrator: Oswaldo KATO

Year: 2023

Language: French (FR)

Certification: CCC 9.5 (Mint+) - Sub-grades: Centering 9, Sides 10, Corners 10, Surface 9.5

Trainer's Tip:
A graded card with a 9.5 rating and such a prized Teracrystal form is a treasure to be preserved! Although it's securely encased in its rigid case and can no longer fit in your usual large binder, we highly recommend placing the entire card in specially designed clear sleeves for graded cases. This will prevent micro-scratches from appearing on the acrylic and ensure your Aquatic Vortex card retains its brilliance for years to come.